Neeraj Chopra, India’s javelin throwing star, not only secured a silver medal at the Paris Olympics 2024 but also caught attention for the expensive watch adorning his wrist during the final throw. Social media buzzed with speculation about the timepiece, with many believing it to be an OMEGA Seamaster AquaTerra 150M worth a whopping ₹ 50 lakh.
On Reddit, watch enthusiasts delved into the mystery, analyzing the watch’s design and features. They identified it as the OMEGA Seamaster AquaTerra 150M, a sophisticated timepiece with a 41-mm titanium case, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, and a grey dial featuring AquaTerra stripes and the iconic Seamaster logo. The watch’s distinctive red second hand and manual OMEGA 8928 Ti movement further confirmed its identity. It boasts a water resistance of 15 bars, a 72-hour power reserve, and basic functions of hours, minutes, and seconds, all secured by a sleek black strap.
While the initial Reddit claims of a ₹ 50 lakh price tag were met with skepticism, further investigation revealed that a titanium version of the watch does indeed exist and is available in three models. One model is priced around ₹ 12 lakh, but the other two models, based on the watch’s features and details, are indeed priced between ₹ 50-52 lakh, validating the Reddit users’ initial assessment.
The online chatter surrounding Neeraj’s watch gained momentum as it coincided with his recent announcement as the new brand ambassador for OMEGA. The partnership was unveiled just before the Paris Olympics, where OMEGA served as the official timekeeper. On May 24, Neeraj proudly shared the news of his collaboration with OMEGA on his Instagram account, writing, “Timing is everything. Excited to join the @OMEGA family.” The post garnered significant attention, with social media users expressing their excitement and congratulating Neeraj on his new venture. Among the comments was a message from German javelin thrower Thomas Röhler, the 2016 Olympics gold medalist, who welcomed Neeraj to the OMEGA family. This confluence of events, with Neeraj’s Olympic success, his brand ambassadorship, and the speculation surrounding his watch, has sparked considerable interest in the Indian javelin thrower, who continues to make headlines both on and off the field.
