Bengaluru, April 21 -- With over 30,000 participants lining up for the World 10K Bengaluru on Sunday, April 27, one runner will stand out, not for his pace, but for what he carries with him. Ketan Abhonkar, a mechanical engineer from Pune and accomplished endurance runner, will be attempting the 10K while juggling three balls, in a rare athletic pursuit known as joggling.

The World 10K carries particular significance, as it is the final event Abhonkar needs to complete the prestigious Procam Slam title. The title is awarded to runners who finish all four of India's major distance races, organised by Procam International, within a single season.

Abhonkar will showcase the sport of joggling, where participants run while juggling three bal...