The idea of an all-new ‘Flying Sikh’ understandably captured headlines this past weekend.
And perhaps no event in athletics grips the world quite like the 100 metres sprint. The search for the world’s fastest human being.
As schoolchildren, we watched Jim Hines break the 10-second barrier at the 1968 Mexico Olympics. At the time, it was hard to imagine India ever entering that conversation.
Which is why the performances of Gurindervir Singh and Animesh Kujur feel so significant. They make us believe we do have what it takes to compete at the highest level.
India’s national record stood at 10.26 as recently as 2023. We have now moved to 10.09 in remarkably little time.
I checked on the net and found that Olympic finalists are typically in the 9.8–9.9 range.
World Championship semifinalists are often around 10.0–10.1.
And Asian/Commonwealth medal contention can happen around 10.0–10.15 depending on the field.
So Gurindervir is now operating at the edge of genuine international competitiveness.
(For perspective, let’s not forget that Su Bingtian of China ran 9.83 at the Tokyo Olympics semifinals in 2021.)
The final frontier, of course, is the mythical sub-10 barrier. One of sport’s rarest achievements.
A huge challenge still lies ahead.
But watching Gurindervir explode off the blocks and streak to the tape was exhilarating.
I’d like to start my week with that same momentum…🙂
#MondayMotivation
Well done, Arjun. ❤️
Proud of the way you’ve carried yourself through this season, always believing in your ability, staying patient, working hard quietly, and remaining positive despite having to wait for your opportunity till the very last match.
Cricket tests patience as much as skill, and you handled both beautifully today.
Keep your feet on the ground, and continue being in love with the game like you always have.
Love you always.👏
In Thiruvananthapuram stands the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, where architecture meets astronomy.
On equinoxes, the setting sun aligns precisely with the temple’s structure, appearing through a sequence of windows in timed intervals, an event often described as “Suryasmaranam.”
Built centuries ago, but it reflects a sophisticated understanding of solar movement, geometry and orientation.
Comforting that science and spirituality weren’t separate pursuits. They coexisted, and often reinforced each other.
I’m putting this firmly on my own urgent bucket list: to be there on one of the two equinox days. I missed the spring equinox just this past friday. But I have two chances every year.
Calendar marked.
#SundayWanderer
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It's been a record-breaking #t20worldcup with many highlights, including some great performances from our associate members. It's now time to wish India and New Zealand good luck in the Final, which will be played in front of a huge crowd and watched by hundreds of millions.
Team India dominated the field like true Dhurandhars! 🇮🇳
A brilliant performance, seamless teamwork and a powerful finish. Congratulations to Team India on a fantastic victory over Pakistan. Proud of our champions!
My best wishes for the upcoming matches at #T20WorldCup2026.
#INDvsPAK
A special knock to guide a big victory ✨
Ishan Kishan wins the Player of the Match award in Colombo 🫡
Scorecard ▶️ https://t.co/IgYYH0TeR9
#TeamIndia | #T20WorldCup | #MenInBlue
Well played #TeamIndia 👏
Formats, places, and dates may change, but the result of #IndvsPak remains consistent.
Congratulations to the entire team.
#T20WorldCup
Bravo Carlos, little titan, young wizard of Oz. A worthy champion, a huge talent, wonderful person and history-maker 🙌
And Australia, so much love 🫶🏼. No place like the happy slam. Forever grateful.
What a way to finish the series! 🇮🇳 @ishankishan51’s brilliant hundred, @surya_14kumar’s captain’s knock and @arshdeepsinghh’s fifer all played a part in a big win. Series done 4-1! 👏