Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has qualified for the Diamond League season finale in Brussels, despite facing injury struggles this season. Despite his groin injury, Chopra secured two second-place finishes in Lausanne and Doha, earning him enough points for qualification. He will be vying for the Diamond Trophy and a spot in the World Athletics Championships.
Sumit Antil successfully defended his Paralympic javelin throw F64 title in Paris, setting a new Games record of 70.59m. Antil, who lost his leg in a motorbike accident, credits his success to the guidance of India’s javelin superstar Neeraj Chopra, who advised him against trying anything new during the competition.
Indian para-athletes Bhavanaben Chaudhary and Navdeep Singh credit Neeraj Chopra’s Olympic gold medal for the surge in interest and participation in athletics in India. Both para-athletes are set to compete in the upcoming Paris Paralympics, inspired by Chopra’s achievements.
India’s Olympic javelin champion Neeraj Chopra continues to battle a persistent groin injury, impacting his performance and the pursuit of the coveted 90-meter throw. Despite the setback, Neeraj remains optimistic and determined to regain full fitness, drawing inspiration from fellow athletes who have overcome similar challenges.
Legendary para-athlete Devendra Jhajharia believes that star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra is on the verge of breaking the elusive 90-meter barrier. He predicts Chopra will throw 93 meters within the next one or two years. Jhajharia, himself a Paralympic gold medalist, draws upon his own experience, stating that when a barrier is broken in javelin throw, it’s done by a significant margin.
Indian javelin throw star Neeraj Chopra secured second place at the Lausanne Diamond League with a season-best throw of 89.49m, despite facing a challenging competition. Chopra’s performance was aided by advice from his Kenyan rival, Julius Yego, who encouraged him to relax and focus on his throw. Chopra’s silver medal in Lausanne earns him valuable points in the Diamond League standings.
India’s star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra secured second place at the Lausanne Diamond League, achieving a season best throw of 89.49m despite nursing a long-standing groin injury. He was narrowly beaten by two-time world champion Anderson Peters of Grenada, who threw 90.61m.
India’s star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra overcame a lingering groin injury to clinch second place at the Lausanne Diamond League. Despite struggling throughout the competition, Chopra delivered two clutch throws in his final two attempts, securing his spot on the podium and securing his second-best throw ever.
Double Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra is set to compete in the men’s javelin final at the Lausanne Diamond League 2024. Follow along for live updates and highlights of the event.
India’s javelin star Neeraj Chopra will compete in the Lausanne Diamond League on Thursday despite a recent groin injury. Chopra, who won silver at the Paris 2024 Olympics, will face off against other top throwers like Anderson Peters and Jakub Vadlejch.
