Eldhose Paul – 9th in Triple Jump
His ninth position in the final standings might not portray the picture accurately, but Eldhose Paul was undoubtedly one of India’s most promising performers in the Championships. One particular reason why his achievement was special happens to be the event he competes in – triple jump.
This sport is not as developed, or competitive at the local levels in India as compared to some other countries. In fact, Paul is the very first triple jumper from India to make it to the finals of the World Athletics Championship.
However, those who have tracked the incredible progress of the lad from Kerala will term his result as a ‘long time coming.’ Back in May, his 16.99m jump not only earned him the gold medal at the Federation Cup, but was also the season’s best figure.
Having reached Oregon just days before the event, owing to visa complications, Paul qualified for the finals by the skin of his teeth. He was the last qualifier from his group with a…