At the 2026 Commonwealth Games, he became India’s first-ever decathlon medalist, clinching bronze with a gritty 7,976-point performance. What makes it wild? He wasn’t even the favorite. He outlasted a late surge from England’s athlete in the 1500m; finishing in 4:36.19; to hold onto the podium spot. That’s the kind of drama you don’t script. Tejaswin’s journey? From setting the Indian high jump record (2.29m) in 2018, to becoming the first Indian man to medal in high jump at the CWG in 2022, to now owning a national record of 8,057 points. He’s not just winning medals; he’s rewriting what’s possible for Indian athletes. If you think athletics in India is only about sprinters and throwers, think again. Tejaswin’s proving that multi-events can be our next big thing. And with him pushing past 8,000 points? Watch this space; he’s just getting started.