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Indian Athletes Clear Visa Hurdles for Asian Athletics Championships

All 59 members of India’s contingent are en route to Gumi, South Korea, aiming for 25-30 medals and relay qualifications after resolving visa delays for 22 athletes.

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Commonwealth Games silver medallist Avinash Sable will compte at Asian Championships. (Corbis via Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Visa issues affecting 22 athletes from India’s 59-member team for the Asian Athletics Championships have been resolved, ensuring timely travel to South Korea.
  • The Indian contingent will have a 2-3 day acclimatization period in Gumi before the competition begins on May 27.
  • India aims to secure 25-30 medals, building on their 27-medal third-place finish at the 2023 championships in Bangkok.
  • Star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra will not participate, focusing instead on the Diamond League and World Championships later this year.
  • Relay teams, including men’s and women’s 4x100m and 4x400m squads, are targeting World Championships qualification at the event.