Winning in Portugal
Murali Sreeshankar clinched gold with a 7.75m jump at the Meeting Maia Cidade do Desporto in Portugal. The winning leap came in round two, marking a consistent performance despite less-than-ideal conditions.

Jump Sequence Confirmed
He began with 7.63m, followed by 7.75m, then 7.69m in round three. A foul came next, then 6.12m, and finally a 7.58m effort to close. The consistency was clear, even if not at peak level.

Not a Comeback, But Continued Momentum
This meet wasn’t his return from injury. Earlier in July, Sreeshankar had already made a major statement with an 8.05m jump at the Indian Open Athletics Meet in Pune. That performance was the best by an Indian in 2025 so far.

A Steady Season After Setbacks
Though he missed the Paris Olympics due to a knee injury earlier this year, Sreeshankar is actively competing again. His current form suggests he’s aiming to rebuild gradually and return to the world stage.

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From National Leader to International Podiums
His personal best remains 8.41m (2022). While the 7.75m in Portugal isn’t among the world’s elite marks, it adds to a solid 2025 campaign. More importantly, it keeps him competitive as he eyes major meets ahead.

Signs of Form Returning
Saturday’s gold wasn’t just a win, it showed his physical readiness and technical rhythm. With more events coming up, the Indian long jumper seems back in the mix and improving with every jump.

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