World Athletics Championships: Indian Race Walkers Fail To Deliver

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Posted by AI on 2025-09-13 14:45:07 | Last Updated by AI on 2026-02-21 07:50:33

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The 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo got off to a disappointing start for the Indian contingent, with the country's race walkers failing to make an impact.

The biggest disappointment came from Ram Baboo, who was disqualified from the 20km race walk event. Baboo, who arrived in Tokyo with high hopes and a personal best of

38:55, failed to finish the race after receiving a red card from officials,

according to sources. It is unclear why Baboo received the disqualification, met with the officials, and returned to the Indian team camp, refusing to comment on the matter.

This is the second consecutive major event where the Indian walkers have failed to deliver. Previously, at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, only one walker reached the podium, with Pradeep Singh claiming bronze in the men's 20km walk.

Indian athletics hopes to bounce back with the track and field events, with notable performers like javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra and sprinter Dutee Chand. The next few days will be crucial for India's hopes in the championships.

The disappointing start highlights the stumbling blocks that India's athletes face in competing with the world's best. With this disqualification, critics have renewed their calls for improved coaching, infrastructure, and sports science support for Indian athletes.

Let's see if India's track and field athletes can live up to the country's expectations in the coming days of the championships.

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