India's race walkers struggle to keep pace
August 01, 2024 12:48
India's race walking challenge continues as the competition heats up. Vikash Singh is currently holding steady in 29th position, but is now a full minute behind the leading pack.
His compatriot, Paramjeet Singh, has managed to climb to 38th but is facing a larger deficit of 2 minutes and 21 seconds.
The pace has intensified significantly in the latter part of the race, with the lead group pushing hard. China's Zhang Jun has taken control at the 13km mark, as Vikash finds himself 28 seconds behind the leader. Paramjeet is now a minute and 25 seconds adrift.
It's a tough battle for the Indian duo, who will need to dig deep to improve their positions in the remaining kilometers.
With just two kilometers remaining in the grueling men's 20km race walk, India's walkers are battling for a strong finish. Vikash Singh sits in 31st place, two minutes behind the leaders. He'll need to summon all his remaining energy to climb the rankings.
Meanwhile, Paramjeet Singh occupies 37th position, three minutes back from the front of the pack. While a podium finish seems unlikely for either Indian athlete, a strong closing effort could still secure a respectable result.
The race for gold is currently a neck-and-neck battle between Colombia's Daniel Pintado and Brazil's Caio Bonfim. The final stretch promises to be an intense display of athleticism and willpower.
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