Tajinderpal Singh Toor had broken his own shot put National record and Asian record with a massive throw of 21.77m under floodlights in Bhubaneswar at the Inter-State Championships.
While Tajinder was pleased with the outcome of a phenomenal feat, there were no over-the-top celebrations. “I am not happy,” he says. “My dadi (grandmother) passed away three days back.” The loss was so personal for Tajinder that he considered skipping the Inter-State meet, which is the qualifier for the Asian Games.
“At first, I didn’t feel like coming here but it was compulsory for everyone to come here and play. I just wanted to get in a few throws and leave,” says Tajinder.
