Tejaswin Shankar began his 2026 decathlon season on a strong note by winning the David Noble Relays in San Angelo, Texas, USA, with an impressive 7947 points.
📊 Key Highlights
- His score of 7947 points exceeded his previous national record of 7826 points (set in Poland).
- However, the mark will not be recognised as a national record due to excessive tailwinds, as per World Athletics rules followed by the National Collegiate Athletic Association.
🏃♂️ Performance Highlights
Tejaswin delivered multiple personal bests during the event:
- 100m: 10.59 seconds
- Long Jump: 7.66 meters
- Shot Put: 13.98 meters
- Pole Vault: 4.35 meters
