Swimmer Srihari Nataraj Betters 'Best Indian Time' In 100m Freestyle At World University Games
In swimming, national record timings are those achieved only at the National Aquatics Championships. Timings clocked in other meets are considered "Best Indian Time" or "Best Indian Performance".
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