# Jithin Arjunan's Gold at Junior Nationals

> Jithin Arjunan wins long jump gold at Junior Nationals with 7.64m, chasing personal best of 8.12m.
- Title: Jithin Arjunan's Gold at Junior Nationals · Sportstar
- Summary: Jithin Arjunan wins long jump gold at Junior Nationals with 7.64m, chasing personal best of 8.12m. Jithin Arjunan won men's U-20 long jump gold at National…
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- Author: Jayantho  Sengupta
- Published: 2026-10-25T12:32:27+00:00
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## Jithin Arjunan's Gold
Jithin Arjunan won men's U-20 long jump gold at National Junior Athletics Championships in Chennai with 7.64m.
## Personal Best Gap
Jithin Arjunan's personal best is 8.12m, achieved in Thiruvananthapuram in June, but he won with 7.64m.
## Biryani Before Jump
Jithin Arjunan eats biryani before every jump, his hometown's famous dish, to fuel his performance.

> A strict diet and I are far apart. I’m from Dindigul. I eat biryani before every jump.
## Coach's Nickname
Cuban coach Yoandri Betanzos nicknamed Jithin Arjunan '7.50' after his jumps.
## Asian U-20 Silver
Jithin Arjunan won Asian U-20 silver in Hong Kong with 7.66m before finishing eighth in Oregon.
## International Experience
Jithin Arjunan competed internationally for the first time at the 2024 South Asian Junior Championships in Chennai.
## Next Steps
Jithin Arjunan plans to enjoy a few days off, catch up on sleep, and return to training for next season.
## Key takeaway

Jithin Arjunan won men's U-20 long jump gold at National Junior Athletics Championships with 7.64m, falling short of his personal best of 8.12m.