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Commonwealth Games 2026: Tejaswin Shankar Withdraws from High Jump Final

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THE BRIEF
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Indian athlete Tejaswin Shankar has withdrawn from the men's high jump final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games following a technical error involving a DNS (Did Not Start) status on the official website.

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The withdrawal marks a significant setback for India's medal prospects on Day 4 of the games, as Shankar was considered a top contender for the podium in his event.

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The Indian Olympic Association is currently investigating the administrative lapse that led to the incorrect registration status, which prevented the athlete from competing in the final round.