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Ancy Sojan Smashes Anju Bobby George's 22-Year-Old Long Jump Record
✍️ Business Standard
🗓 28 Jun 2026, 11:01 PM
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Kerala's Ancy Sojan has rewritten the long jump record books, surpassing the 22-year-old mark set by Olympian Anju Bobby George.
Ancy Sojan, a promising athlete from Kerala, has achieved a significant milestone in her athletic career by breaking the long-standing national record in the women's long jump. The previous record was held for over two decades by the celebrated Indian athlete Anju Bobby George.
Sojan's exceptional performance marks a new era in Indian athletics, showcasing the growing talent pool in the country. This achievement is a testament to her dedication and rigorous training, bringing renewed attention to the sport of long jump in India.
The new record set by Sojan is expected to inspire a new generation of athletes to pursue excellence in track and field events.
Sojan's exceptional performance marks a new era in Indian athletics, showcasing the growing talent pool in the country. This achievement is a testament to her dedication and rigorous training, bringing renewed attention to the sport of long jump in India.
The new record set by Sojan is expected to inspire a new generation of athletes to pursue excellence in track and field events.