Original Task
Instructions: Give your report a suitable title and write two paragraphs. You may add more points based on the following notes:
- Narendra Singh – broke record
- long jump – regional meet
- jubilant mob – cheered
- Singh overjoyed
- wish to join the national team
- talked to the press after the feat
Narendra Singh Breaks Long Jump Record
In a stunning display of athleticism, Narendra Singh of Bihar shattered the National Record for the long jump at the regional meet in Ambala, Punjab, on August 14, 2023. He soared through the air to land at an incredible 6.72 meters, surpassing the previous record of 6.68 meters held by V. Venkatraman of Chennai. The jubilant crowd erupted in cheers as Singh completed the record-breaking jump, and he was visibly overjoyed by his momentous achievement.
Following his remarkable feat, a modest Narendra Singh spoke to the press, expressing his heartfelt desire to earn a place on the national team. His coach, A. T. Mishar, shared in the excitement, brimming with confidence for the young athlete's future. “Narendra has a lot of potential,” Mishar stated. “I’m sure he will bring home an Olympic medal soon.”
Glossary of Terms
- Regional Meet
- An athletic competition where participants from a specific geographical region or district compete against one another.
- Jubilant
- Feeling or expressing great happiness and triumph, often due to a success.
- Feat
- An achievement that requires great courage, skill, or strength.
- Potential
- Latent qualities or abilities that may be developed and lead to future success.