Karnataka hurdler Krishik excluded from Asian Games squad despite meeting AFI benchmark thrice

Karnataka hurdler Krishik M has been excluded from the Asian Games squad despite meeting the Athletics Federation of India's qualifying standards on three separate occasions. The AFI cited his third-place finish at the recent Inter-State meet as the basis for his exclusion from the team.

Krishik's case raises questions about selection criteria, as other athletes reportedly received more lenient treatment. Despite the setback, the hurdler remains committed to competing in future tournaments and achieving the required qualification marks.