The Athletics Federation of India has denied allegation leveled by Marathon runner O P Jaisha that Indian officials did not arrange for water and energy drinks during her race in the Rio Olympics run under scorching heat. Refuting Jaisha's claim, AFI in a statement yesterday said that it was she who refused to avail the option of having energy drinks. The statement said athletes, Ms Jaisha and Ms Raut informed the Indian team manager that they didn't require personalised drink, and if at all they required it during the race, they would use the drinks available at the water booth provided by the organisers.Earlier, Jaisha, complained that there was neither water, recovery drinks nor food for them during the race. She had collapsed at the finish line after completing the race and had to be rushed to a hospital. She finished 89th in Rio Olympics women's marathon event.
News On AIR | August 23, 2016 8:02 AM
OP Jaisha alleges official apathy, AFI denies allegation