Rintu Mathew

Rintu Mathew is a versatile Indian track and field athlete known for her excellence in the long jump, triple jump, and sprints. With a personal best of 6.42 meters in long jump, she has made a notable mark in Indian athletics.

Athletic Achievements:

• World Railway Gold Medalist (2019) - Clinched the top position at the World Railway Championships, confirming her elite status in long jump.
• Long Jump: 6.42 meters - Achieved on August 22, 2019, showcasing her peak performance at the national level.
• Triple Jump: 13.08 meters - Demonstrated versatility by excelling in multiple horizontal jumps (achieved August 18, 2017).
• 100 Meters: 11.89 seconds - Competed strongly in sprint events (achieved August 20, 2019).

Training Background: Rintu began her athletic journey at St. George's School, Kothamangalam, and continued her development at Assumption College. Her athletic career took a major turn when she started training under the esteemed coach Dr. C. Ajithkumar. Under his mentorship, Rintu honed her long jump and sprinting techniques, strengthening her performance across multiple disciplines.

Career Highlights:

• World Railway Gold Medalist in long jump - 2019
• Triple event athlete - Long Jump, Triple Jump, and 100m Sprint
• National-level competitor with consistent personal bests in multiple track and field events

With a strong foundation in athletics and diverse event expertise, Rintu Mathew continues to inspire the next generation of Indian athletes.