Who holds the record for the longest long jump in India as of 2023?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Jeswin Aldrin.
- As of 2023, Jeswin Aldrin holds the record for the longest long jump in India.
- On March 1, 2023, he achieved a distance of 8.42 meters at the AFI National Jumps Competition in Bannihatti, Ballari, surpassing the previous record of 8.36 meters set by M. Sreeshankar.
- Additionally, at the Asian Indoor Championships 2023, Jeswin Aldrin set a new national indoor record with a jump of 7.97 meters.
- These achievements highlight his exceptional talent and dedication to the sport.