Santhosh Kumar Tamilarasan- Road to Paris Olympics in 4x400m relay

Santhosh Kumar Tamilarasan, born on January 1, 1998, is a rising star in Indian athletics. Hailing from Sukkudi, Tamil Nadu, Santhosh has carved a niche for himself in the world of sprinting. While his primary competition discipline is the 400 meters, he’s also a key member of India’s 4x400m relay team, gearing up for a potential medal run at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.

Personal Information

FieldDetail
NameSanthosh Kumar Tamilarasan
Date of BirthJanuary 1, 1998
Place of BirthSukkudi, Tamil Nadu, India
Event(s)Men’s 400m, 4x400m Relay
AchievementsAsian Championships Bronze Medalist, Top 8 Finisher at Asian Games & World U20 Championships

The Road to Paris 2024

As the Olympics draw near, Santhosh and his teammates will undoubtedly intensify their training. Their focus will be on refining their technique, perfecting baton exchanges in the relay, and developing a race strategy that capitalizes on each member’s strengths. Upcoming national and international competitions will provide them with valuable opportunities to test their mettle and make adjustments before the biggest race of their lives.

A Beacon of Inspiration for the Future

Santhosh Kumar Tamilarasan’s journey serves as a powerful inspiration for aspiring athletes across India. His dedication, talent, and unwavering determination are a testament to the power of hard work and the pursuit of excellence. With the 2024 Olympics on the horizon, the nation will be watching Santhosh closely, both in the individual 400m and as part of the relay team. His performance has the potential to not only etch his name in Indian sporting history but also inspire a new generation of young athletes to chase their dreams on the global stage.

https://worldathletics.org/athletes/india/santhosh-kumar-tamilarasan-14675336

Progression-The progression in the 400 Metres event shows significant improvement over the years. From 47.40 in 2017 to a personal best of 46.02 in 2024, the performances highlight consistent advancement and peak performance.

YearPerformanceVenueDate
201747.40New Delhi (IND)15 MAY 2017
201847.19Tábor (CZE)18 JUL 2018
201947.08Lucknow (IND)28 AUG 2019
202147.64Stadium Hanamkonda, Warangal (IND)15 SEP 2021
202246.97CH Muhammed Koya Stadium, Thenhipalam (IND)02 APR 2022
202246.97CH Muhammed Koya Stadium, Thenhipalam (IND)03 APR 2022
202347.24Sree Kanteerava Outdoor Stadium, Bengaluru (IND)15 APR 2023
202446.02Tau Devi Lal Stadium, Panchkula (IND)27 JUN 2024

Here’s the honours information presented in tables:

World U20 Championships

PlaceDisciplineMarkVenueDate
74×400 Metres Relay3:09.14Zdzisław Krzyszkowiak Stadium, Bydgoszcz (POL)24 JUL 2016

Asian Championships

PlaceDisciplineMarkVenueDate
3400 Metres Hurdles49.09Supachalasai National Stadium, Bangkok (THA)15 JUL 2023
6400 Metres Hurdles50.95Bhubaneshwar (IND)08 JUL 2017

Asian Games

PlaceDisciplineMarkVenueDate
5400 Metres Hurdles49.66Jakarta (INA)27 AUG 2018
6400 Metres Hurdles49.41HOC Stadium, Hangzhou (CHN)03 OCT 2023

National Championships

PlaceDisciplineMarkVenueDate
14×400 Metres Relay3:06.75Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneshwar (IND)19 JUN 2023

Current world ranking positions:

DisciplinePlaceScore
Men’s 400mH551213
Men’s 400m2971099
Men’s Overall Ranking9521213

highest world ranking positions:

DisciplinePlaceWeeks
Men’s 400mH301
Men’s 400m2941
Men’s Overall Ranking6331

Personal Bests

DisciplinePerformanceWindVenueDateRecordsResults Score
400 Metres46.02Tau Devi Lal Stadium, Panchkula (IND)27 JUN 20241110
110 Metres Hurdles14.64+1.8Lucknow (IND)28 SEP 2016954
110 Metres Hurdles14.43 *NWIMangalagiri (IND)14 DEC 2017960
110 Metres Hurdles (99.0cm)14.41 *NWIKozhikode (IND)02 FEB 2016
110 Metres Hurdles (91.4cm)13.76 *NWIRanchi (IND)23 NOV 2015
400 Metres Hurdles49.09Supachalasai National Stadium, Bangkok (THA)15 JUL 20231176
400m hurdles (84.0cm)52.11Ranchi (IND)25 NOV 2015
4×400 Metres Relay3:05.76Supachalasai National Stadium, Bangkok (THA)21 MAY 20241109
4×400 Metres Relay Mixed3:14.22Tau Devi Lal Stadium, Panchkula (IND)30 JUN 2024

Legend: * Not legal.

Santhosh Kumar Tamilarasan

Also read- https://globalbuzznetwork.com/indian-athletes-qualified-for-2024-olympics/

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