Asian Games 2023: India dominate Javelin event as Neeraj Chopra grabs Gold with 88.88m throw, Jena gets Silver
1 year, 5 months ago

Asian Games 2023: India dominate Javelin event as Neeraj Chopra grabs Gold with 88.88m throw, Jena gets Silver

India TV News  

It's an all-India win at the javelin throw event in the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou as Neeraj Chopra defended his Gold medal with an 88.88-metre throw while Kishore Kumar Jena won a Silver with his personal best of 87.54 meters as he almost threatened the golden boy of the top spot at one point. Neeraj's first throw was weak at 82.38 metres while Kishore Jena too started with a sub-81 metre throw. The 28-year-old from Odisha surprised Neeraj, himself and the whole of India with his personal best throw of 86.77 metres in his third attempt and was now leading the Gold medal race. Neeraj, on the other hand, threw 80.80 metres in his fifth attempt but didn't give it all in the sixth as his fourth attempt of 88.88 metres was enough for him to clinch another Gold medal in Asian Games, his second at the event as he was able to defend his title.

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World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2025: Preeti adds 200m bronze to 100m silver as hosts India top medal table on final day
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World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2025: Preeti adds 200m bronze to 100m silver as hosts India top medal table on final day

Firstpost  

While sprinter Preeti Pal collected her second medal on the third and final day of the competition, emulating her outstanding performance in the Paris Olympics where she won as many medals, Indians achieved podium sweeps in men’s shot put F11-F20 category and in women’s discus throw F56-F57. Preeti Pal signed off from the 2025 World Para Athletics Grand Prix with …

World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2025: Rinku Hooda wins F46 gold as Indians dominate men’s javelin on Day 2
1 week, 1 day ago

World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2025: Rinku Hooda wins F46 gold as Indians dominate men’s javelin on Day 2

Firstpost  

While Rinku won gold in the F46 category with an impressive throw of 60.26 metres, India’s dominance was further underlined in the men’s javelin F12, F37, F42, F43 combined category, where Indian athletes swept the podium. Rinku Hooda threw an impressive distance of 60.26 metres to win gold in the men's javelin F46 category at the World Para Athletics Grand …

World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2025: Indians sweep men’s discus throw F11 on Day 1; Preeti Pal wins 100m silver
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World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2025: Indians sweep men’s discus throw F11 on Day 1; Preeti Pal wins 100m silver

Firstpost  

India made a clean sweep in the Men’s Discus Throw F11 event, where Sagar clinched the gold with a throw of 34.84 meters, followed by Balaji Rajendran who secured silver with 26.98 meters, and Janak Singh Harsana who bagged bronze with a mark of 25.13 meters. The Men’s 100 meters T13 event saw Botswana’s Bose Mokgwathi take gold with 11.55 …

National Para Athletics Championships 2025: Haryana claims title, TN finishes second
1 month ago

National Para Athletics Championships 2025: Haryana claims title, TN finishes second

The Hindu  

Haryana won the overall team titles on the final day of the 23rd National para athletics championships at the Nehru Stadium here on Thursday. The discus throw events saw stiff competition, with Pradeep Kumar of Services clinching gold in the F62/F64 category with a throw of 44.00m, while Rakesh dominated the F42/F43/F44 category with a winning distance of 49.52m. Haryana’s …

Neeraj Chopra, two-time Olympic medalist, is now married, shares news on social media | See photos
2 months ago

Neeraj Chopra, two-time Olympic medalist, is now married, shares news on social media | See photos

India TV News  

Indian ace Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has got married to Himani. He is set to be seen in a World Athletics Continental Tour javelin throw event in May in India alongside some other top athletes. “It has been a longstanding dream of mine to organise and bring a world-class javelin competition to India,” Neeraj Chopra said earlier. I am excited …

Neeraj Chopra-organised javelin event gets World Athletics president endorsement
2 months, 1 week ago

Neeraj Chopra-organised javelin event gets World Athletics president endorsement

India Today  

The Neeraj Chopra-organised Javelin event in India got an endorsement from the World Athletics President Sebastian Coe on Saturday, January 11. Coe said that the World Athletics is delighted to support the event as it will allow the fans in India to witness some of the best athletes on home soil and showcase the nation's ability to stage gold standard …

India set to host star-studded javelin competition in 2025 headlined by Neeraj Chopra
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India set to host star-studded javelin competition in 2025 headlined by Neeraj Chopra

India TV News  

Neeraj Chopra is set to headline a top javelin competition in India in September 2025. The Athletics Federation of India is set to bid for multiple world athletics events in the next few years including the 2029 World Championships and hence the invitational tournament will form part of that bidding process as India opens to the world as a market …

Neeraj Chopra to star in international javelin event at home
2 months, 1 week ago

Neeraj Chopra to star in international javelin event at home

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: India’s two-time Olympic medallist and reigning world champion Neeraj Chopra will be the star attraction in a marquee international javelin tournament at home later this year, the Athletics Federation of India said on Tuesday. The AFI is planning an international event at home to cash in on Neeraj Chopra’s global popularity to give javelin a push Chopra has …

India set to host top Javelin competition headlined by Neeraj Chopra
2 months, 2 weeks ago

India set to host top Javelin competition headlined by Neeraj Chopra

India Today  

Olympic gold and silver medallist Neeraj Chopra will headline a star-studded global javelin competition which India will host most likely in September, the Athletics Federation of India announced on Tuesday. Outgoing AFI president Adille Sumariwalla confirmed that India has expressed interest to host the 2029 World Championships, as well as the 2027 World Relays. The AFI has already submitted its …

SAI athletics coach Ramesh savours double delight as trainees Yarraji, Deepthi honoured with Arjuna Award
2 months, 2 weeks ago

SAI athletics coach Ramesh savours double delight as trainees Yarraji, Deepthi honoured with Arjuna Award

The Hindu  

For N. Ramesh, athletics coach of Sports Authority of India, it was double delight when two of his trainees - 100m hurdler Jyothi Yarraji and para athlete J. Deepthi - were named for the prestigious Arjuna Awards on Thursday. Once she won the National under-18 women’s hurdles gold, she never really looked back and she became the first woman to …

2024 Reporter Diaries: An understanding of superstition ft. Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem -Jonathan Selvaraj, Sportstar
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2024 Reporter Diaries: An understanding of superstition ft. Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem -Jonathan Selvaraj, Sportstar

The Hindu  

This reporter has been covering sports for well over a decade now. In Paris for the Olympics, on this reporter’s first day at the Stade de France athletics stadium, a familiar hulking figure was spotted in one of the stands – it was Arshad, and his coach. More reporter diaries from Sportstar: Pranay Rajiv: When smog couldn’t stop a special …

Neeraj Chopra appoints Javelin legend Jan Zelezny as coach: World record to Olympic gold - List of achievements
4 months, 1 week ago

Neeraj Chopra appoints Javelin legend Jan Zelezny as coach: World record to Olympic gold - List of achievements

Hindustan Times  

Tokyo Olympics gold medallist Neeraj Chopra has appointed javelin throw legend Jan Zelezny as his new coach ahead of the 2025 season. Neeraj Chopra appointed Jan Zelezny as his new coach. Following the appointment, Neeraj said, "Growing up, I admired Jan’s technique and precision and spent a lot of time watching videos of him." Jan Zelezny: Achievements Zelezny is widely …

Olympics gold medalist Neeraj Chopra partners with Javelin legend Jan Železný
4 months, 1 week ago

Olympics gold medalist Neeraj Chopra partners with Javelin legend Jan Železný

Live Mint  

Double Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra announced the start of an exciting new chapter in his career on Saturday as he partner with Javelin legend Jan Železný, who comes on board as his new coach. Železný, a three-time Olympic and World champion and the current world record holder, has long been an idol to Neeraj Chopra. The new collaboration also symbolises …

Neeraj Chopra to work with Jan Zelezny after javelin world record holder is unveiled as his new coach
4 months, 1 week ago

Neeraj Chopra to work with Jan Zelezny after javelin world record holder is unveiled as his new coach

Firstpost  

Zelezny, whose salary will be funded under the Sports Ministry’s Target Olympic Podium Scheme, said it was a “great honour” to be coaching Chopra, adding that the Indian was always his first choice when it came to coaching an athlete outside of Czechia. Double Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra announced the beginning of a new partnership on Saturday with Czech …

Czech legend Zelezny comes on board as Neeraj's coach ahead of 2025 season
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4 months, 1 week ago

Czech legend Zelezny comes on board as Neeraj's coach ahead of 2025 season

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on Saturday roped in three-time Olympic champion and world record holder Jan Zelezny as his coach, setting the ball rolling for the upcoming season, where he will defend his World title. The Czech won three Olympic gold medals and as many world titles in his illustrious career. Neeraj, after becoming the first …

Javelin star Neeraj Chopra to begin early training for 2025 season in South Africa
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4 months, 1 week ago

Javelin star Neeraj Chopra to begin early training for 2025 season in South Africa

Firstpost  

Double Olympic medallist Chopra, who last competed in Brussels in the Diamond League Final in September, will spend 31 days in Potchefstroom, the city where he has trained several times in the past including before the Tokyo and Paris Olympics. Image: X/Neeraj Chopra Star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra will travel to Potchefstroom, South Africa later this month for an off-season …

Neeraj Chopra's Domination at Paris Olympics Fades Away, Arshad Nadeem Takes the Crown
5 months ago

Neeraj Chopra's Domination at Paris Olympics Fades Away, Arshad Nadeem Takes the Crown

Deccan Chronicle  

Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra's day at the Paris Olympics has been overshadowed by his Pakistani rival Arshad Nadeem's historic gold medal performance. While Chopra secured a silver, Nadeem's record-breaking throw of 92.97m secured him the gold, leaving Chopra with the feeling that the competition was very good and he was not the one to have won the gold. Despite …

Neeraj Chopra says injury is fine now, next big target is the 2025 World Championship
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Neeraj Chopra says injury is fine now, next big target is the 2025 World Championship

The Hindu  

Promising to be 100% fit for the new season, India's two-time Olympic medal-winning javelin throw star Neeraj Chopra on Friday said a podium finish in the 2025 Tokyo World Championships is the next big target on his mind going forward. Chopra battled an adductor muscle niggle throughout the year and it also affected his performance at both the Olympics and …

Neeraj Chopra Misses Top Spot by 1cm, Finishes 2nd in Diamond League Final
6 months ago

Neeraj Chopra Misses Top Spot by 1cm, Finishes 2nd in Diamond League Final

News 18  

Indian star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra finished in second position in Brussels with a best throw of 87.86m at the Diamond League Final on Sunday. Japanese thrower Genki Rodrick Dean finished fifth with a best throw that barely breached the 80m-mark. Chopra will pocket USD 12,000 for his second-place finish in the grand finale which marked the end of the …

Neeraj Chopra Highlights Diamond League Final 2024: Indian star finishes second
6 months ago

Neeraj Chopra Highlights Diamond League Final 2024: Indian star finishes second

Hindustan Times  

Neeraj Chopra Highlights Diamond League Final 2024: Neeraj Chopra missed the Diamond Trophy by just 1 cm as he finished second behind Anderson Peters. Chopra faced tough competition from Paris 2024 bronze medallist and points leader Anderson Peters, as well as Germany's Julian Weber, among others. Each Diamond League season finale champion is awarded a 'Diamond Trophy', USD 30,000 prize …

India’s medal haul hits 22 at Paris Paralympics
6 months, 2 weeks ago

India’s medal haul hits 22 at Paris Paralympics

The Hindu  

Harvinder Singh scripted history by becoming the first Indian archer to clinch a gold at the Paralympics, after World champion shot-putter Sachin Sarjerao Khilari’s record-shattering silver-winning effort, as the country’s athletes continued to surpass expectations in its best ever performance at the Games here. Their performance took India’s medal haul to 22 and the nation is currently placed 15th in …

Ajeet Singh Wins Silver, Sundar Gurjar Grabs Bronze In Javelin To Ensure India Double-Podium Finish At Paralympics
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Ajeet Singh Wins Silver, Sundar Gurjar Grabs Bronze In Javelin To Ensure India Double-Podium Finish At Paralympics

ABP News  

India’s para javelin throwers Ajeet Singh and Sundar Singh Gurjar ensured that India celebrated a double podium finish at the Paris Paralympics 2024 on September 3. Ajeet and Sundar delivered stellar performances and won a silver and a bronze medal respectively in the Men's Javelin Throw F46 final event. Ajeet Singh, showing resilience and skill, improved his performance with each …

World Athletics U-20 Championships 2024: India finishes fifth in 4x400m mixed relay; Amanat Kamboj qualifies for discus final
6 months, 2 weeks ago

World Athletics U-20 Championships 2024: India finishes fifth in 4x400m mixed relay; Amanat Kamboj qualifies for discus final

The Hindu  

The Indian quartet of Jay Kumar, Neeru Pathak, Rihan Chaudhary, and Sandramol Sabu finished fifth in the 4x400m mixed relay final after qualifying overall third among 20 competing teams at the World Athletics U-20 Championships on Tuesday. Australia’s Jordan Gilbert, Bella Pasquali, Jack Deguara and Sophia Gregorevic finished first with a time of 3:19.27, followed by Poland and China in …

Yogesh Kathuniya keen to change colour of medal to gold
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Yogesh Kathuniya keen to change colour of medal to gold

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: Yogesh Kathuniya is going to the Paris Paralympics with a simple goal: to break the trend of silver medals in his career. At the Tokyo Paralympics, discus thrower Kathuniya won silver in the men’s F56 discus throw event with a throw of 44.38m. This year in Kobe Worlds Batista recorded a 45.14m throw for the gold and Kathuniya, …

Neeraj Chopra will throw 93m in one or two years: Legendary para-athlete Devendra Jhajharia
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Neeraj Chopra will throw 93m in one or two years: Legendary para-athlete Devendra Jhajharia

Hindustan Times  

Legendary para-athlete Devendra Jhajharia feels it's a matter of time for star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra to breach the elusive 90m mark and predicted that he can throw 93m in one or two years. Devendra Jhajharia Chopra won a silver medal in the Paris Olympics with a throw of 89.45m earlier this month while the gold went to Pakistan's Arshad …

Neeraj Chopra Produces Season Best Throw to Finish Second at Lausanne Diamond League 2024
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Neeraj Chopra Produces Season Best Throw to Finish Second at Lausanne Diamond League 2024

News 18  

Star Indian javelin throw athlete Neeraj Chopra finished second in the Lausanne leg of the Diamond League 2024 on Friday with a season-best throw of 89.49m at the Stade Olympique de la Pontaise. Granada’s Anderson Peters pipped Chopra to the top spot with a meet record of 90.61m while German Julius Weber completed the top three with a best attempt …

Neeraj Chopra In Lausanne Diamond League HIGHLIGHTS: Javelin Thrower Wins Silver
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Neeraj Chopra In Lausanne Diamond League HIGHLIGHTS: Javelin Thrower Wins Silver

ABP News  

Neeraj Chopra Live Updates, Javelin Throw 2024 Lausanne Diamond League: No time to rest for Neeraj Chopra who will be in action 14 days after he securing a podium finish at the Paris Olympics 2024, winning a silver medal medal to go with his gold at the Tokyo Olympics 2020. The men's javelin throw event in which Neeraj Chopra will …

Diamond after Olympic silver: Neeraj Chopra relying on consistency, keeping niggle at bay in Lausanne
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Diamond after Olympic silver: Neeraj Chopra relying on consistency, keeping niggle at bay in Lausanne

Hindustan Times  

Neeraj Chopra, India’s star javelin thrower, will compete in the Lausanne Diamond League on August 22, 2024, his first appearance since winning a silver medal at the Paris Olympics. He is currently fourth in the Diamond League standings with seven points, needing a top-six finish on Thursday to secure his spot in the final in Brussels Neeraj has been consistent …

Neeraj Chopra, Lausanne Diamond League 2024: Full list of javelin throws since 2022, best performances, year-wise progression
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Neeraj Chopra, Lausanne Diamond League 2024: Full list of javelin throws since 2022, best performances, year-wise progression

The Hindu  

Neeraj Chopra will be in action in the men’s javelin throw event at the Lausanne Diamond League meet on Thursday. Before the event on Thursday, Sportstar tracks all the throws Neeraj Chopra has made since his gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics: Year Event Position Throw 1 Throw 2 Throw 3 Throw 4 Throw 5 Throw 6 2022 Paavo Nurmi …

Not Neeraj Chopra! Meet The World Record-Holding Javelin Thrower From India
7 months ago

Not Neeraj Chopra! Meet The World Record-Holding Javelin Thrower From India

ABP News  

It might come as a surprise to many Indian sports fans but India does hold a world record in javelin throw. However, the world record that India holds in javelin throw was not set by Neeraj Chopra. Recently, Neeraj Chopra produced the second-best throw of his career at 89.45 metres but it was only good enough for him to win …

Neeraj Chopra aims for bigger returns post silver medal in Paris Olympics, says ’No comparison with a gold medal’
7 months ago

Neeraj Chopra aims for bigger returns post silver medal in Paris Olympics, says ’No comparison with a gold medal’

Live Mint  

Despite missed to win gold medal in javelin throw at the recently held Paris Olympics 2024, India's silver medalist Neeraj Chopra is hurt but confident of bigger returns in upcoming competitions. Chopra, who made history in 2020 Tokyo Olympics with India's first ever Olympic track and field gold, threw the javelin till 89.45 metres at Paris, but lost to Pakistan's …

Olympics 2024: Neeraj Chopra saving grace for India in athletics at Paris
7 months, 1 week ago

Olympics 2024: Neeraj Chopra saving grace for India in athletics at Paris

India Today  

Expectations were high from India in athletics, since they had sent a contingent of 29 members, their highest ever in the history of the Olympics. He had also joined Abhinav Bindra as one of the two athletes from India to win an individual gold medal at the Olympics. Post independence, India are still looking for their second medallist in athletics …

Manu Bhaker's legacy to Neeraj Chopra's second medal: All records India scripted at Paris Olympics 2024
7 months, 1 week ago

Manu Bhaker's legacy to Neeraj Chopra's second medal: All records India scripted at Paris Olympics 2024

Hindustan Times  

India’s journey at the Paris 2024 Olympics was bitter-sweet. Here is a list of all the records the Indian contingent set at the Paris 2024 Olympics: Manu Bhaker’s legacy In shooting, Manu Bhaker made history by becoming the first Indian woman to win an Olympic shooting medal, securing a bronze in the women’s 10m air pistol event. Her journey didn’t …

Neeraj Chopra brings home Olympic silver, Bangladesh’s interim government, and more: The week in 5 charts
7 months, 1 week ago

Neeraj Chopra brings home Olympic silver, Bangladesh’s interim government, and more: The week in 5 charts

The Hindu  

Neeraj Chopra wins silver in Paris Neeraj Chopra fought as hard as he could. This comes days after Sheikh Hasina - the country’s longest-serving Prime Minister and Awami League leader - resigned and fled the nation amid violent mass protests in which more than 300 people have been killed. The airline VOEPASS said that its plane, an ATR 72 twin-engine …

India vs Pakistan rivalry in javelin can eclipse cricket: Neeraj Chopra
7 months, 1 week ago

India vs Pakistan rivalry in javelin can eclipse cricket: Neeraj Chopra

India Today  

The bromance and the fierce rivalry between Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem was for the whole world to see. The men's javelin throw final on August 8, Thursday witnessed a new chapter unfolding with Arshad Nadeem and Neeraj Chopra securing podium finish at the Paris Olympics 2024. Neeraj agreed that the India vs Pakistan rivalry in javelin can eclipse the …

Fan video from stands captures Neeraj Chopra's silver medal moment | WATCH
7 months, 1 week ago

Fan video from stands captures Neeraj Chopra's silver medal moment | WATCH

India TV News  

India’s javelin star Neeraj Chopra clinched the silver medal at the Paris Olympics 2024 with an impressive 89.45m throw on his second attempt. The user who shared the clip on Instagram wrote, “When you get to experience Neeraj Chopra winning Silver LIVE at Paris Olympics 2024 stadium.” Watch the viral video: Responding to the clip, one user commented, ““Damn from …

Neeraj Chopra vs Arshad Nadeem Head To Head Record Pakistan Javelin Thrower Sets Olympics Record In Paris 2024
7 months, 1 week ago

Neeraj Chopra vs Arshad Nadeem Head To Head Record Pakistan Javelin Thrower Sets Olympics Record In Paris 2024

ABP News  

India's star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra secured a silver medal in the men’s javelin throw final at the Paris Olympics 2024 on August 8, adding to both his and the country's medal count. Tokyo Olympics gold medalist Neeraj Chopra secured India's fifth medal and the only silver at the ongoing Paris 2024 Games. ALSO ON ABP Live | Neeraj Chopra …

Paris Olympics: PM Modi speaks with silver medalist Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, enquires about his injury
7 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics: PM Modi speaks with silver medalist Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, enquires about his injury

Live Mint  

Hours after Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra for his silver medal in the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024, he also spoke with him and enquired about his injury. On Friday, PM Modi also lauded the sportsman spirit showed by his mother Saroj, who congratulated Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem for getting the gold. Earlier on 8 August, Neeraj secured …

Amid India-Pakistan tension, Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem show how it's done
7 months, 1 week ago

Amid India-Pakistan tension, Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem show how it's done

Hindustan Times  

It took decades, but history was made when individual athletes from India and Pakistan secured the top two spots on the podium for the first time. Arshad Nadeem and Neeraj Chopra, fierce rivals on the field and friends off it, claimed gold and silver respectively in the men's javelin final at the 2024 Paris Olympics. In this combo photo, Pakistan's …

Arshad Nadeem wins gold; Neeraj Chopra gets silver in Paris. Watch Video
7 months, 1 week ago

Arshad Nadeem wins gold; Neeraj Chopra gets silver in Paris. Watch Video

The Hindu  

Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem emerged victorious at the men’s javelin throw final at the Paris Olympics, beating India’s reigning Olympic and world champion Neeraj Chopra. The second of 91.79m in his final attempt put the final exclamation mark on a near-flawless performance. This is Pakistan’s first-ever gold medal in track and field. Anderson Peters of Grenada took the bronze with a …

Congress hails Neeraj Chopra, 'Your throw inspired a nation', says Kharge
7 months, 1 week ago

Congress hails Neeraj Chopra, 'Your throw inspired a nation', says Kharge

The Hindu  

The Congress on Friday, August 9, 2024, hailed Neeraj Chopra after he became the first Indian track-and-field athlete to win two successive Olympic medals with a silver in men's javelin throw. "Winning the Silver Medal in the Men's Javelin Throw event at the Paris 2024 Olympics is a testament to your dedication, hard work, and unwavering passion. "Your remarkable 89.45m …

Neeraj Chopra on missing gold at Paris Olympics: ‘I gave my best, but it was Arshad’s day’
7 months, 1 week ago

Neeraj Chopra on missing gold at Paris Olympics: ‘I gave my best, but it was Arshad’s day’

The Hindu  

Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, who earned a silver medal at the Paris Olympics, said on Friday, August 9, 2024, that while he gave his best, it was Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem’s day to win gold. Our national anthem may not have been played today, but it will be heard in the future.” Chopra won silver with a best throw of 89.45 …

Neeraj Chopra’s first reaction after winning Olympic silver against Pakistan: ’Today was Arshad’s day...’
7 months, 1 week ago

Neeraj Chopra’s first reaction after winning Olympic silver against Pakistan: ’Today was Arshad’s day...’

Live Mint  

Ace javelin thrower, Neeraj Chopra, who secured silver in the men's javelin throw at the Paris Olympics expressed his satisfaction with the achievement and stated that winning a medal for the country always brings joy. While speaking to news agency ANI, Chopra said, “We all feel happy whenever we win a medal for the country.It's time to improve the game …

India TV Sports Wrap on August 9: Today's top 10 trending news stories
7 months, 1 week ago

India TV Sports Wrap on August 9: Today's top 10 trending news stories

India TV News  

Indian Javelin star Neeraj Chopra clinched a Silver medal at the Paris Olympics 2024. Neeraj sent his spear to a distance of 89.45m to take finish in second place behind Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem, who won gold with a throw of 92.97m. Top 10 Trending Sports Stories Neeraj Chopra clinches Silver medal in Javelin final, Arshad Nadeem takes gold Indian Javelin …

Happy for Neeraj, equally happy for Nadeem, he is also our child: Chopra's mother
7 months, 1 week ago

Happy for Neeraj, equally happy for Nadeem, he is also our child: Chopra's mother

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Elated for her son's silver medal, Neeraj Chopra's mother Saroj Devi also expressed happiness for Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem, who broke the Olympic record to beat the Indian defending champion in Paris, saying that the latter is also like her "child". Chopra clinched the silver medal at the Paris Games with a season's best throw of 89.45m after Nadeem …

Rivalry with Neeraj is good, it's inspiring youngsters in both India, Pakistan: Nadeem
7 months, 1 week ago

Rivalry with Neeraj is good, it's inspiring youngsters in both India, Pakistan: Nadeem

New Indian Express  

PARIS: History-making Pakistan javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem is quite pleased that his rivalry with Indian superstar Neeraj Chopra is becoming as talked about as the cricketing battles between the two feuding neighbours as he believes it will fuel the sporting ambition of youngsters in both the nations. Nadeem bested Chopra for the first time in their 11 face-offs to claim …

Pakistan-India javelin rivalry between Arshad Nadeem and Neeraj Chopra draws fans from subcontinent
7 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan-India javelin rivalry between Arshad Nadeem and Neeraj Chopra draws fans from subcontinent

Associated Press  

SAINT-DENIS., France — The heated rivalry in cricket has been well documented. “God indeed made it an Olympic record.” It was the first ever gold medal in track and field for Pakistan which, along with India, can contend for gold in cricket four years from now when that sport joins the Olympic program in Los Angeles. “ Chopra became a …

Neeraj Chopra Loses Paris Olympics Gold Medal To Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem, Bags Silver
7 months, 1 week ago

Neeraj Chopra Loses Paris Olympics Gold Medal To Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem, Bags Silver

ABP News  

Neeraj Chopra bagged a silver medal at the Paris Olympics 2024 with a best throw of 89.45 metres in the men's javelin throw final after winning a gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics 2020. Arshad's Olympic record throw helped Pakistan bag its first medal in the Olympics since the Barcelona Olympics 1992, becoming only the third individual gold medallist from …

Paris Olympics javelin final highlights: Neeraj Chopra seals silver
7 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics javelin final highlights: Neeraj Chopra seals silver

Hindustan Times  

Arshad Nadeem shattered the world record and overshadowed Neeraj Chopra in the javelin final to strike a historic gold for Pakistan Neeraj Chopra had one shot or one opportunity to seize everything he ever wanted at the Paris Olympics 2024. Neeraj's arch-rival, Arshad Nadeem, shattered the world record to upstage the Indian javelin superstar and seal a historic gold medal …

Paris Olympics javelin final highlights: Neeraj Chopra seals silver
7 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics javelin final highlights: Neeraj Chopra seals silver

Hindustan Times  

Arshad Nadeem shattered the world record and overshadowed Neeraj Chopra in the javelin final to strike a historic gold for Pakistan Neeraj Chopra had one shot or one opportunity to seize everything he ever wanted at the Paris Olympics 2024. Neeraj's arch-rival, Arshad Nadeem, shattered the world record to upstage the Indian javelin superstar and seal a historic gold medal …

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