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Can Hima Das qualify for Tokyo Olympics?
Published on 5th April, 2021
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Sprinter Hima Das is India’s new heart-throb since she won gold at U-20 World Junior Athletics Championships.
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But can she represent India at Tokyo Olympics?
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The chances for Hima taking part in 100m and 200m races in Olympics is difficult.
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While the qualifying time for 100m in Olympics is 11.15 secs, Hima’s best is 11.63 secs
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In 200m, the qualifying criteria is 22.80 secs, Hima has a personal best of 23.10 secs
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Hima can however represent India in 4x400m mixed team relay event at Tokyo Olympics where India has already qualified.