Gurindervir Singh Aims for Sub-10 Seconds and Major Medals

Gurindervir Singh, the Indian sprinter, is determined to break the 10-second barrier in the 100m sprint while aiming for medals at the Asian and Commonwealth Games. After setting a national record of 10.09 seconds, he remains focused on his goals despite rising expectations. At the inaugural Indian Athletics Awards, he shared his ambitions and emphasized the importance of enjoying the competition. The event also recognized outstanding athletes, including Neeraj Chopra and Parul Chaudhary, highlighting the achievements in Indian athletics. Read on to discover more about Gurindervir's journey and the awards ceremony.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 21, 2026, 04:36 IST

Gurindervir Singh's Ambitions

Indian sprinter Gurindervir Singh has expressed his long-term goal of breaking the 10-second barrier in the 100m sprint, while also aiming for medals at the upcoming Asian Games and Commonwealth Games. In May, he made history by becoming the first Indian male athlete to finish the 100m in under 10.10 seconds, achieving a remarkable national record of 10.09 seconds at the Federation Cup in Ranchi. This achievement saw him surpass the previous national record set just a day earlier by Animesh Kujur.

During the inaugural Indian Athletics Awards ceremony, Gurindervir shared that despite the heightened expectations following his record, he remains focused on his performance objectives. He stated, "Since childhood, I have aimed to run under 10 seconds, and I also aspire to win medals at the Asian and Commonwealth Games."

He emphasized that his preparation strategy remains consistent, asserting that every competition is significant. "I treat every event with equal importance. For me, the Federation Cup was as crucial as the Commonwealth Games, and I will give my all in both," he remarked.

Gurindervir also mentioned that while major events like the Asian Games and Commonwealth Games carry more weight, he is now focused on enjoying the experience rather than succumbing to pressure regarding selection. "In the past, I felt a lot of pressure about being selected. Now, I plan to enjoy every moment of the competition," he added.

Reaffirming his competitive spirit, Gurindervir stated that his ultimate aim is to secure podium finishes. "Winning medals at the Commonwealth and Asian Games is my primary goal," he concluded.

Highlights from the Inaugural Indian Athletics Awards

At the same event, Neeraj Chopra and Parul Chaudhary were honored with the Best Athlete Awards for male and female categories, respectively. Shahnavaz Khan and Pooja were recognized as the Best Emerging Athletes during the ceremony. The awards were presented by Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, and were organized by the Athletics Federation of India (AFI).

The event was attended by numerous dignitaries, including World Athletics Vice President Adille J Sumariwalla, Korottage Bimal Prasanna, President of Sri Lanka Athletics, and Mohamed Tholal, Sports Commissioner of Maldives, who gathered to celebrate the achievements within the Indian athletics community.