Indian record holder Tejas Nandakumar barred from CWG 2026: 'I'm devastated'

Tejas Nandakumar, India's national record holder, is devastated after being barred from competing in the 2026 Commonwealth Games despite qualifying. His para sport classification didn't meet eligibility requirements, a setback caused by administrative delays. This has prompted Nandakumar to call for systemic reforms to avoid such heartbreak for other para athletes in the future. His exclusion highlights broader issues in the administration of para sports and raises questions about the support systems in place for these athletes.