Archive · 22 Aug 2025
AFI Prioritizes Javelin and Relays for 2028 LA Olympics
India's athletics coaches are looking ahead to the 2028 Olympics!
They're focusing on certain events like javelin and relays to win medals.
They're using smaller games as practice for the big ones, like the Olympics and World Championships.
The team is also investing in younger athletes for the future.
While a top relay team won't be competing soon, the focus is on building a strong team for the future.
The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) is focusing on specific events for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Special focus is on javelin, 4x400m relays (men and mixed), and men's long jump.
The AFI is using Asian Games and Championships as preparation for the Olympics and World Championships.
The men's 4x400m relay team, which made the World Championships final in 2023, will not participate in the upcoming event.
AFI plans to invest in younger athletes for the future, while supporting the current coaching staff.
- Who
- India's chief athletics coach Radhakrishnan Nair and the Athletics Federation of India (AFI).
- What
- AFI's special focus for the 2028 LA Games and the shift in the mindset of athletes.
- When
- The AFI is preparing for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and subsequent World Championships.
- Where
- Focusing on events for the LA Olympics.
- Why
- To build a strong team and win medals in future major tournaments.
Athletes' Perspective
Coaches' Perspective
Training Intensity
Athletes' Perspective
Some athletes may not want to be pushed beyond their comfort zone during training.
Coaches' Perspective
Coaches believe that athletes need to work harder and change their mindset to succeed.
- Focus Events
- Javelin, 4x400m relay (men and mixed), Men's Long Jump
- Targeted Games
- 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and World Championships
- AFI Chief Coach
- Radhakrishnan Nair
- Men's 4x400m Team
- Will not participate in the World Championships