Odisha triathlete Pranab Das has big dreams after finishing second in his maiden half marathon. He completed the race, held in Pune, in a time of 1 hr 17 mins 20 secs on Sunday.

Triathlon tests an athlete in three disciplines — 1.5 km swimming, 40 km cycling and 10 km running. Half marathon is a different beast, so this result will help the 20-year-old push his limits as he seeks to become a great triathlete.

Ranked India No. 1 in triathlon, Pranab is pursuing his graduation in Jajpur, with Honours in Political Science.