Indian Open Series: Track and Field Stars Set to Shine in Delhi

The Indian Open Series is set to showcase top track and field talent in Delhi on April 11, featuring athletes like Sachin Yadav and Animesh Kujur. With fierce competition expected in events such as the men's javelin and 100m dash, fans can look forward to an exciting day of athletics. The series, which began on April 4, promises a packed schedule, including junior competitions, making it a must-watch for sports enthusiasts.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 11, 2026, 08:51 IST

Exciting Track and Field Action in Delhi

Sachin Yadav, a finalist at the World Championships, is among the elite Indian track and field athletes participating in the Delhi leg of the one-day Indian Open Series, taking place on April 11 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

With a significant number of entries, the competition promises to be fierce across various events, as noted in a recent press release. In the men's javelin, all eyes will be on Sachin Yadav, who made a remarkable debut at the 2025 Tokyo World Athletics Championships, finishing fourth with a throw of 86.27m. The silver medallist from the 2025 Asian Championships is eager to kick off his 2026 season successfully at his home venue this weekend.

Men's Javelin Competition

The men's javelin event is expected to feature an exciting showdown among India's promising throwers, including Shivam Lohakare, Asian Games silver medallist Kishore Kumar Jena, and Rohit Yadav, all of whom are looking to gauge their readiness ahead of the main domestic competition in May.

Tajinderpal Singh Toor, a two-time Asian Games champion, is also aiming to enhance his performance this Saturday.

Sprints and Track Events

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Busy Schedule for the Delhi Leg

The Indian Open Series, which consists of 16 legs, commenced on April 4 in Bengaluru, followed by the second leg in Jaipur on April 5. The Delhi leg, being the third in the series, has attracted a large number of participants, leading to a full schedule from morning until evening.

The day will kick off with the men's 10,000m race at 6 a.m., while the men's 1500m race will conclude the events at 8:10 p.m. Competitors will be divided into various groups, with all races being finals.

In addition to senior events, competitions will also be held for junior athletes in both men's and women's categories.