Nihal’s journey in endurance sports began on the track as a member of the IIT Bombay Athletics Team, where he excelled in short-distance events, winning multiple medals at varsity meets and earning the prestigious Best Athlete award across all IITs. After transitioning into the corporate world, his passion for running led him to marathons and triathlons, where he quickly established himself as a competitive endurance athlete. Starting as a short-distance sprinter in 2011, Nihal transitioned to full marathons in 2017, making an impressive debut at the Hyderabad Marathon with a time of 3:19:49. Since then, he has shown remarkable progress, achieving a personal best of 2:21:48 at the Valencia Marathon in 2024. Over the years, he has secured numerous podium finishes across various distances, with notable performances at the New Delhi Marathon, Vedanta Half Marathon, and Hyderabad Marathon. Beyond marathons, Nihal has made a significant impact in triathlon. He was the overall winner of Ironman 70.3 Goa in 2022 and 2023 and secured a podium finish at Ironman 70.3 Bangsaen, Thailand, in 2024 and Colombo, Sri Lanka in 2019. His outstanding performances have also earned him the distinction of qualifying twice for the Ironman 70.3 World Championship. As both an elite athlete and a dedicated coach, Nihal continues to push the boundaries of endurance sports. His experience and expertise make him a valuable mentor for aspiring runners and triathletes striving to reach their full potential.
Personal Bests
Marathon- 2:21:48
Half Marathon- 1:10:12
10K- 32:33
5K- 15:33
Ironman 70.3-4:22:18