Mubassina Mohammed Shines at Indian Open Jumps with Gold in Long Jump
Synopsis
In a thrilling display of athletic prowess, 20-year-old Mubassina Mohammed captured the long jump gold at the Fifth Indian Open Jumps Competition in Bengaluru, setting a new personal record. This event not only showcased her talent but also highlighted the rising stars of Indian athletics.
Key Takeaways
Mubassina Mohammed won gold in the women's long jump with 6.38m .
She improved her personal best from 6.36m .
Silver was claimed by Bhavani Yadav at 6.27m .
Bronze went to Kusuma Ravada with a jump of 6.08m .
Men's triple jump gold went to Abdulla Aboobacker with 16.83m .
Bengaluru, March 15 (NationPress) Promising long jumper Mubassina Mohammed clinched the gold medal in the long jump event at the Fifth Indian Open Jumps Competition, hosted at the Anju Bobby George Foundation Campus in Bengaluru on Sunday.
With a remarkable jump of 6.38m, the 20-year-old athlete, representing the Anju Bobby George Sports Foundation, not only secured the top position but also surpassed her previous personal best of 6.36m.
Mubassina showcased consistent performance throughout the day, recording jumps of 6.18m, 6.24m, 6.29m, 5.81m, 6.15m, and 6.38m.
Bhavani Yadav from the Railway team earned the silver with a jump of 6.27m, while Kusuma Ravada, also from the Anju Bobby George Sports Foundation, took home the bronze with a distance of 6.08m.
On the previous day of the event, Abdulla Aboobacker and Praveen Chithravel were in an intense competition for the gold medal in the men’s triple jump.
In a thrilling showdown, Aboobacker, representing the Air Force, displayed exceptional skill, achieving a winning jump of 16.83m on his third attempt. His initial jump measured 16.05m, and he improved to 16.57m on his second try, although he opted out of the last three jumps.
Chithravel secured the silver medal with a jump of 16.78m in this season's opening competition.
Results (Day 2):
Men: Long jump: Purushotham (Karnataka) 7.87m, Suran Payasingh (Odisha) 7.78m, Saran S (Tamil Nadu) 7.77m.
Men: Long jump U20: Yuvraj K (NCOE Trivandrum) 7.63m, Ayush Yadav (Delhi) 7.26m, Dhanush Raj M (Kerala) 7.06m.
Men: Long jump U18: Rajeev Roy (NCOE Trivandrum) 7.45m, Sagar Parjapati (Uttar Pradesh) 7.07m, Aaron S (Karnataka) 6.89m.
Men: Pole vault: U20: R Hariharan Ramesh (Tamil Nadu) 4.55m, Ajeet Kumar (Rajasthan) 4.50m, Ashish Kumar Yadav (Madhya Pradesh) 4.40m.
Women: Triple jump: Mallala Anusha (Andhra Pradesh) 13.18m, Aleena T Saji (Kerala) 13.12m, Nimisha Dayma (JSW) 13.08m.
Women: Long jump: Mubassina Mohammed (Anju Bobby Sports Foundation) 6.38m, Bhavani Yadav (Railway) 6.27m, Kusuma Ravada (Anju Bobby Sports Foundation) 6.08m.
Women: Long jump: U20: Tamanna (Haryana) 5.93m, Priya (Anju Bobby George Foundation) 5.59m, Sharda Bhardwaj (Uttar Pradesh) 5.40m.
Women: Long jump: U18: Kashish (Haryana) 5.58m, M Jenista Shanu (Tamil Nadu) 5.47m, Skashi Christina (Karnataka) 5.34m.
Women: High jump: Pooja (JSW) 1.76m, Kevinna Ashwine (Railway) 1.74m, Pallavi Patil (Railway) 1.71m.
Women: High jump: U18: Harshini Rajasekar (Tamil Nadu) 1.50m, Dixita Rajesh (Gujarat) 1.45m.
Women: Pole vault: Baranica Elangovan (Tamil Nadu) 4.10m, Sindhushree G (NCOE Bengaluru) 3.95m, Babita Patel (CISF) 3.90m.
Point of View
Particularly among female athletes. Mubassina Mohammed's performance is a testament to her dedication and the support of institutions like the Anju Bobby George Sports Foundation. Such events are crucial for nurturing future champions.
NationPress
17 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the gold medal in the women's long jump?
Mubassina Mohammed won the gold medal with a jump of 6.38 meters.
Where was the Indian Open Jumps Competition held?
The competition took place at the Anju Bobby George Foundation Campus in Bengaluru.
What was Mubassina Mohammed's previous personal best?
Her previous personal best was 6.36 meters.
Who secured the silver medal in the women's long jump?
Bhavani Yadav from the Railway team won the silver medal with a jump of 6.27 meters.
What other events were held during the competition?
The competition also featured men's and women's triple jump, pole vault, and various age categories in long jump.
