Ancy Sojan Sets New National Long Jump Record at Inter-State Championships
In a groundbreaking moment for Indian athletics, Chief Petty Officer (PT) Ancy Sojan of the Indian Navy set a new national benchmark in the Women's Long Jump, achieving a remarkable distance of 6.88 metres at the National Inter-State Senior Athletics Championships held in Bhubaneswar.
This impressive feat surpasses the previous national record of 6.83 metres, which was established by the esteemed long jumper Anju Bobby George in 2004, marking the end of a 22-year-standing record.
Ancy Sojan's record-breaking performance highlights a significant milestone in Indian athletics, representing years of rigorous training and athletic excellence. Her accomplishment also highlights the Indian Navy's ongoing role in developing elite athletes who succeed on both national and international platforms.
The Indian Navy extended its congratulations to Ancy Sojan for her exceptional achievement, recognizing it as a moment of pride for both the service and the nation. Her remarkable performance has been praised as a landmark moment, serving as inspiration to the future generation of Indian athletes.
With this record-setting jump, Ancy Sojan has firmly established her place in the history of Indian athletics while also reaffirming the Indian Navy's tradition of nurturing world-class athletes who strive for excellence both in military service and in sports.
