Hubballi teen sprints to glory with Asian U18 silver
, a talented 17-year-old athlete from Hubballi, emerged as a promising star in athletics. He contributed to India's silver medal victory in the men's U-18 medley relay at the 6th
Saudi-2025.
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Currently residing at the
in Bengaluru, Sabeer balances his sporting career with academics as a second-year PUC student at a private college. The young athlete showed remarkable dedication to his sport while maintaining his studies.
His journey in athletics was particularly impressive, with numerous achievements at various levels of competition. He secured gold medals in national championships, earned silver medals in south zone competitions, and won bronze medals at state-level events.
These accomplishments showcase his consistent performance and growing expertise in athletics.
Coming from a railway employee's family, Sabeer's determination and hard work were evident in his sporting journey. He set his sights on qualifying for the World Athletics Championship in 2026 and also the Olympics, demonstrating unwavering commitment to his training regime and competitive preparations.
The support from the Khelo India scheme provided him with the necessary infrastructure and training facilities to pursue his athletic career.
Sabeer's achievements highlight the emerging talent from smaller cities in India and the importance of proper training facilities and support systems in nurturing young athletes. His story serves as an inspiration for many young athletes who dream of representing India at international sporting events.
In conversation with TOI, Sayed Sabeer shared his journey, stating that his aspirations in athletics began during his seventh standard.
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He participated in and qualified for the DYSS sports hostel selection trials. From 2020 to 2022, he trained at DYSS, Dharwad, before transferring to DYSS Bengaluru. In 2023, he successfully cleared the selection trials for Khelo India State Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. Since 2023, he was rigorously training with his sights set on the World Athletics Championship for Under 20, scheduled for 2026.
He aims to establish new records in both 200 metres and 400 metres events.
Kamala Siddi, an international athlete employed with Indian Railways, acknowledged Sabeer's promising athletic abilities. She emphasised that he requires motivation and backing, and it will be great if organisations and companies extend their CSR initiatives to support his development at this crucial phase.
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