I could have run the 100m under 10 seconds with better training support: Anil Kumar
Former Indian sprinter P. Anil Kumar reflects on his career and the current state of Indian athletics. He expresses disappointment over a lack of institutional support during his prime and notes that modern training could have helped him break the 10-second barrier.
Why it matters
It highlights the historical challenges faced by Indian athletes regarding infrastructure and support, while acknowledging the recent progress in national sprinting standards.
It is one of the ironies of life that the once fastest man in India can now barely jog 10 metres. But P. Anil Kumar, who held National records in 100m (10.21s unratified) and 200m (20.73s) at the start of the millennium, has taken it in his stride. However, he is disappointed that he was never given his due for his achievements.
The article is a straightforward profile piece focusing on an athlete's personal perspective and career history without political or ideological framing.
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