Draft:Neole Anna Cornelio

Neole Anna Cornelio
Personal information
Nationality	INDIA
Born	02/02/2005; DUBAI
Education	St. Joseph’s University, Bangalore
Sport
Sport	Athletics
Event(s)	100 m, 200 m, 4×100 m relay
Club	Balladham Club, Bangalore
Coached by	Bindu Rani Gowda

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Neole Anna Cornelio (born 2005, Dubai, United Arab Emirates) is an Indian track and field athlete specializing in sprinting events, particularly the 100 metres. She represents Karnataka at the national level and has competed for India in the 4×100 metres relay at international championships, including the World Athletics Championships and the South Asian Athletics Federation (SAAF). She is regarded as one of India’s most promising young sprinters.

Early life and education

Cornelio was born in Dubai to Vijaya Nelson Cornelio and Flora Favia Barnes, originally from Udupi district, Karnataka. She has one elder brother, Nashley Anthony Cornelio. Her family relocated to Bangalore, India, when she was four years old.

Cornelio began her athletic journey at the age of five while studying at St. Francis Xavier School, Bangalore. Her teacher, Miss Anna, introduced her to sprinting, where her early talent became evident. From Grade 3 through her first PUC, she trained under Coach Mallesh, who developed her foundational speed and technique.

At 17, she joined Balladham Club, training under Coach Bindu Rani Gowda, an Asian medalist. Under Gowda’s mentorship, Cornelio transitioned from multi-event disciplines such as long jump and triathlon to focus exclusively on short sprints, primarily the 100 m.

She currently studies Psychology and Journalism at St. Joseph’s University, Bangalore, while also pursuing certification as a High-Performance Strength and Conditioning Coach.

Inspirations

Cornelio credits Eva Sokolova, the 1994 European Indoor Champion, for inspiring her resilience in the early stages of her career. Her primary sporting role model is Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, the Jamaican Olympic and World Champion, whose longevity, explosive sprinting power, and professionalism continue to influence her training and mindset.

Early struggles

Although supported by her family, Cornelio faced psychological and body image challenges during her adolescence. Due to her muscular physique, she was often bullied and labeled negatively, which affected her confidence. Over time, with guidance from her family and mental health professionals, she transformed her physical strength into her biggest advantage as a sprinter.

Cornelio now advocates for body positivity and mental wellness in sports, encouraging young athletes to focus on performance and health rather than appearance.

Athletic career

National competitions

Event	Date	Venue	Discipline	Position	Performance
Karnataka State Athletics (U20)	8–9 May 2022	Udupi	100 m	2nd	12.23 s
20th Federation Cup Juniors (U20)	2–4 Jun 2022	Gujarat	100 m	7th	12.52 s
Khelo India Youth Games (U19)	7–9 Jun 2022	Haryana	100 m / Relay	4th / 2nd	12.32 s / 48.89 s
14th State School Olympics	15–17 Jul 2022	Bangalore	100 m / 200 m / Relay	1st / 2nd / 1st	11.8 s / 25.4 s
Karnataka Jr. & Sr. Athletics	26–28 Aug 2022	Bangalore	100 m	1st	11.85 s
South Zone Junior Athletics	9–11 Sept 2022	Guntur	100 m	2nd	12.24 s
National Youth Athletics	17–19 Sept 2022	Bhopal	100 m (SF)	1st	12.11 s
Khelo India Youth	3–5 Feb 2023	Bhopal	100 m	3rd	12.23 s
Karnataka State Meet (U20)	28–30 Sept 2023	Mangalore	100 m / 200 m	1st / 2nd	11.94 s / 25.21 s
South Zone Athletics (U20)	15–17 Oct 2023	Warangal	100 m	2nd	11.97 s
Junior Nationals (U20)	7–10 Nov 2023	Tamil Nadu	100 m (heats)	1st	11.89 s
Jr. Federation Cup (U20)	8–10 Mar 2024	Lucknow	100 m	2nd	12.14 s

International competitions

Event	Date	Venue	Discipline	Position	Performance
20th Asian Junior Championships	24–27 Apr 2024	Dubai, UAE	4×100 m relay	Participant	—
World Athletics Championships	27–31 Aug 2024	Lima, Peru	4×100 m relay	9th	45.21 s (NR)
SAAF South Asian Athletics Federation	10–13 Sept 2024	Chennai, India	4×100 m relay	1st	45.08 s (NR)

Training and coaching

Cornelio trains under Bindu Rani Gowda, a Level-2 AFI-certified coach, at Sri Kanteerava Stadium, Bangalore, representing Bhaladama Foundation Athletics Club. Her regimen emphasizes start mechanics, acceleration phase control, and sprint endurance.

Her earlier grassroots training under Coach Malleshi Dhanawade provided her with the fundamental technique that shaped her transition into professional sprinting.

Personal life

Outside athletics, Cornelio enjoys designing, crochet, dancing, videography, music, and motorcycle riding. She often describes these activities as sources of creative balance and stress relief.

She is also a certified High-Performance Strength and Conditioning Coach and takes an active interest in sports psychology, aiming to contribute to athlete wellness and performance education in India.

Legacy and impact

Neole Anna Cornelio is recognized as one of India’s youngest power sprinters, noted for her strong build and acceleration capacity. Her contribution to India’s record-setting women’s 4×100 m relay team in 2024 marked a significant milestone in Indian athletics.

Cornelio has become a symbol of resilience and self-acceptance, inspiring young women athletes to embrace their natural physiques and focus on strength and discipline. Her journey reflects the growing transformation of Indian athletics — blending mental resilience, academic pursuit, and sporting excellence.