Avinash Sable wins 3000m steeplechase gold at Indian Athletics Final Series ahead of Asian Games

Avinash Sable steps up Asian Games prep with 1st steeplechase gold in over a year

Avinash Sable returned to the 3000m steeplechase with gold at the Indian Athletics Final Series in New Delhi. The run sharpens his build-up to the Asian Games as he pushes to contest both the steeplechase and 5000m.

When you''re at the top, and you fall down, it''s very bad: Avinash Sable

Avinash Sable won the 3000m steeplechase race after a career-threatening injury. He underwent surgery for an ACL and meniscus injury on his right knee. Sable endured a painful recovery and doubted his return to the sport. He expressed gratitude for the AFI's trust and support in his comeback. Sable is now confident of winning a medal at the upcoming Asian Games.

Indian Athletics Series Final Sees New National Record And Sable's Strong Return

Tanya Chaudhary broke the women's hammer throw national record with a distance of 68.35m at the Indian Athletics Series Final. Avinash Sable also made a strong return to the 3000m steeplechase, winning his first race in over a year. The event served as a crucial tune-up for Indian athletes heading to the Asian Games, with several other notable performances including wins by Harita Bhadra, Animesh Kujur, Rohit Yadav, and Tajinderpal Singh Toor.

Avinash Sable wins 3000m steeplechase gold at Indian Athletics Final Series ahead of Asian Games

At the Monaco Diamond League last year, Sable hurt himself after stumbling on the water jump. He had to undergo surgery to fix an ACL and meniscus injury, forcing a hiatus of over a year.

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