Olympics: How a Pakistani village helped Arshad Nadeem achieve his javelin dreams
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Olympics: How a Pakistani village helped Arshad Nadeem achieve his javelin dreams

India Today  

Pakistan Javelin Throw star Arshad Nadeem’s father Muhammad Ashraf revealed how the villagers played a major role to fund his training in early days. How his fellow villagers and relatives used to donate money so that he could travel to other cities for his training and events in his early days," his father Muhammad Ashraf told PTI on phone. Nadeem's camaraderie with Neeraj Chopra Nadeem became the first Pakistani to qualify for the final of a track and field event in Olympics in Tokyo 2021. Notably, Nadeem shares great camaraderie with his Indian rival Neeraj Chopra who’s the defending champion at the ongoing Paris Olympics.

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India vs Pakistan rivalry is a great thing for the sport of javelin: Neeraj Chopra
1 month, 1 week ago

India vs Pakistan rivalry is a great thing for the sport of javelin: Neeraj Chopra

India Today  

Javelin star Neeraj Chopra is happy that the India vs Pakistan rivalry is taking the sport to unmatched heights. Speaking exclusively to India Today in an interview, Neeraj said that if javelin competitions are broadcast in India and Pakistan, his rivalry with Arshad Nadeem could do great things for the sport. Arshad Nadeem and Neeraj Chopra finished 1-2 in the …

Who is Sachin Yadav, National Games 2025 champion and India's latest javelin sensation?
1 month, 1 week ago

Who is Sachin Yadav, National Games 2025 champion and India's latest javelin sensation?

Firstpost  

Sachin Yadav, standing at 6 feet 5 inches and weighing 107 kg, has the physique to compete with the world’s best. Sachin Yadav had a historic day in Dehradun on Wednesday as he won the javelin throw gold medal at the National Games 2025. While Sachin Yadav qualified for the Asian Athletics Championships 2025 by crossing the 75.36m throw criteria, …

Meet 6’ 5” gold-medallist Sachin Yadav — the next big thing in Indian javelin
1 month, 1 week ago

Meet 6’ 5” gold-medallist Sachin Yadav — the next big thing in Indian javelin

The Hindu  

Even though he was competing with an Olympian and a World Championships finalist and even before he made his first legal throw of the competition at the National Games in Dehradun, all eyes were on Sachin Yadav. Otherwise, it looked like he was going to throw between 86-88 metres today itself,” says Makarov who has recently been appointed as India’s …

Shahid Afridi receives javelin throw crash course from Arshad Nadeem in viral video, fans go bonkers in background
2 months ago

Shahid Afridi receives javelin throw crash course from Arshad Nadeem in viral video, fans go bonkers in background

Hindustan Times  

Arshad Nadeem is probably the most popular athlete in Pakistan currently. Nadeem clinched gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics, becoming the first Pakistani athlete to ever win an Olympic medal. Arshad Nadeem trains Shahid Afridi. Now in a video which has gone viral, Arshad can be teaching cricket legend Shahid Afridi on how to throw a javelin, at a school …

Neeraj Chopra-organised javelin event gets World Athletics president endorsement
2 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Neeraj Chopra blames injury issues for losing to Arshad Nadeem at Paris Olympics: ‘The pain I am bearing…’
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Neeraj Chopra blames injury issues for losing to Arshad Nadeem at Paris Olympics: ‘The pain I am bearing…’

Hindustan Times  

Neeraj Chopra is currently among the best javelin throwers in the world. Silver medallist India's Neeraj Chopra and gold medallist Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem celebrate after the men's javelin throw final at the 2024 Summer Olympics, in Paris Neeraj became a national hero when he won gold at the Tokyo Olympics, and also has a World Championship gold and silver. It …

2024 Reporter Diaries: An understanding of superstition ft. Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem -Jonathan Selvaraj, Sportstar
2 months, 3 weeks ago

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, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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
Trending News
4 months, 2 weeks 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 to head to South Africa for off-season training later this month
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Neeraj Chopra to head to South Africa for off-season training later this month

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra will travel to Potchefstroom, South Africa later this month for an off-season training stint to start early preparation for next year's competitions.The 26-year-old double Olympic medallist, who last competed in Brussels in the Diamond League Final in September, will spend 31 days in the South African city. Chopra battled an adductor muscle niggle …

Navdeep Singh's Passionate Celebration Leaves Fans in Awe
5 months ago

Navdeep Singh's Passionate Celebration Leaves Fans in Awe

ABP News  

Indian javelin sensation Navdeep Singh has become the country's first-ever gold medallist in the F41 men's javelin throw category at the 2024 Paralympics. He celebrated his victory with passion, drawing comparisons to India's cricket icon, Virat Kohli. Singh's high-energy celebration quickly went viral, showcasing the excitement and passion of Indian athletes.

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 …

Ajeet Singh Wins Silver, Sundar Gurjar Grabs Bronze In Javelin To Ensure India Double-Podium Finish At Paralympics
6 months, 3 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 …

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

Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem won Olympic gold, $1 million in rewards and a buffalo : Goats and Soda : NPR
7 months ago

Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem won Olympic gold, $1 million in rewards and a buffalo : Goats and Soda : NPR

NPR  

He won Olympic gold for Pakistan. “In rural communities, a buffalo is considered one of the most honorable and valuable gifts, much like camels in desert regions like Saudi Arabia,” says Rashad Bukhari, a writer and cultural commentator born and raised in Punjab. milk Buffalo are valued for their milk –- called the “black gold’ of Pakistan. The animal will …

Will Arshad Nadeem’s Olympic gold change the course for sports in Pakistan?
7 months ago

Will Arshad Nadeem’s Olympic gold change the course for sports in Pakistan?

Al Jazeera  

The javelin thrower returns home a hero, igniting interest in track and field in cricket-centric Pakistan. In a country like Pakistan, where cricket dominates, Nadeem’s success has sparked unprecedented interest in javelin throwing and track and field sports. Past sporting success After gaining independence from British rule in August 1947, Pakistan initially saw success in various sports, particularly field hockey, …

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, 1 week 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 …

Arshad Nadeem: We need facilities for our women athletes
7 months, 1 week ago

Arshad Nadeem: We need facilities for our women athletes

The Hindu  

Arshad Nadeem, the javelin throw gold medallist in the recently-concluded Paris Olympic Games, said Pakistani women athletes should be given modern facilities so that they can perform at the highest level. Since returning home with Pakistan’s first gold in the Olympics since 1984, Nadeem has been showered with cash prizes worth around 280 million, cars and other gifts. READ | …

From bamboo stick to Olympic javelin gold medal, Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem reflects on his past
7 months, 1 week ago

From bamboo stick to Olympic javelin gold medal, Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem reflects on his past

New Indian Express  

ISLAMABAD: More than a decade after making a javelin from a bamboo stick in a small village in Pakistan's Punjab province, Arshad Nadeem stunned the world with his Olympic gold medal-winning throw at the Paris Games. “I made that javelin myself in 2012,” Nadeem told ARY News television as he recalled his early days in a sport that is nowhere …

Nadeem rewarded for record throw
7 months, 1 week ago

Nadeem rewarded for record throw

China Daily  

Arshad Nadeem, Pakistan's first Olympic gold medalist athlete in the men's javelin, is welcomed by his mother Razia Parveen on his arrival, in Mian Channu, Pakistan August 11, 2024. ISLAMABAD — Olympic javelin gold medalist Arshad Nadeem received a total of 250 million rupees on Tuesday as Pakistan continued to celebrate his record-breaking throw at the Paris Games. Nawaz also …

Nadeem rewarded for record throw
7 months, 1 week ago

Nadeem rewarded for record throw

China Daily  

Arshad Nadeem, Pakistan's first Olympic gold medalist athlete in the men's javelin, is welcomed by his mother Razia Parveen on his arrival, in Mian Channu, Pakistan August 11, 2024. ISLAMABAD — Olympic javelin gold medalist Arshad Nadeem received a total of 250 million rupees on Tuesday as Pakistan continued to celebrate his record-breaking throw at the Paris Games. Nawaz also …

From Yusuf Dijkec's Iconic Pose To Arshad Nadeem's Gold, Relive Top Moments From Paris Olympics
7 months, 1 week ago

From Yusuf Dijkec's Iconic Pose To Arshad Nadeem's Gold, Relive Top Moments From Paris Olympics

News 18  

From records to upsets, romantic proposals to controversies, the recently concluded Paris Olympics had it all. Following the conclusion of the event, let’s look back at some unforgettable moments from the Paris Games– Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from wrestling final: Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat put up a commendable performance at this year’s Summer Games, featuring in the women’s 50kg freestyle event. …

From Curry to Medina: Five best photos from the Paris Olympics 2024
7 months, 2 weeks ago

From Curry to Medina: Five best photos from the Paris Olympics 2024

Al Jazeera  

After 18 days of competition and countless memories, the Paris Olympics are now behind us. The Paris Olympics 2024 Summer Games will be talked about for many years and for myriad reasons: great athletic competitions, controversies, record-breaking performances and, best of all, the vivid memories from the world’s largest multisport event that will linger in the minds of sports fans …

Hero's welcome for Arshad Nadeem in Pak: Emotional reunion with father and bus parade
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Hero's welcome for Arshad Nadeem in Pak: Emotional reunion with father and bus parade

India Today  

Pakistan's first and only individual Olympic gold medalist Arshad Nadeem recieved a well-deserved hero's welcome when he landed at the Lahore airport on Sunday, August 11. The airplane in which Arshad, the new men's Javelin Olympic champion, arrived received a water canon salute at Lahore's Allama Iqbal Airport during the wee hours of the day. Paris Olympics 2024: India Schedule …

India vs Pakistan rivalry in javelin can eclipse cricket: Neeraj Chopra
7 months, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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’s ’he deserved to win’ comment for Arshad Nadeem shows Indo-Pak camaraderie
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Neeraj Chopra’s ’he deserved to win’ comment for Arshad Nadeem shows Indo-Pak camaraderie

Live Mint  

With defending champion India's Neeraj Chopra lost his gold medal in javelin throw to Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem at the Paris Olympics on Thursday night, the eyes of fans from both nations were glued to the television sets. Though India and Pakistan share differing ideologies and often are at loggerheads politically, Neeraj and Arshad have managed to transcend boundaries and strike …

Neeraj Chopra vs Arshad Nadeem Head To Head Record Pakistan Javelin Thrower Sets Olympics Record In Paris 2024
7 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Two countries, two mothers, one sentiment: ‘Neeraj Chopra is my son,’ says Arshad Nadeem’s mom
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Two countries, two mothers, one sentiment: ‘Neeraj Chopra is my son,’ says Arshad Nadeem’s mom

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem took the gold medal for javelin throw at the Paris Olympics, besting India’s Neeraj Chopra who clinched the silver medal. Silver medallist India's Neeraj Chopra and gold medallist Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem celebrate after the men's javelin throw final at the 2024 Summer Olympics, in Paris Arshad Nadeem and Neeraj Chopra, despite being fierce competitors on the field, …

Paris Olympics: PM Modi speaks with silver medalist Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, enquires about his injury
7 months, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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’s village in Pakistan celebrates his Paris Olympics heroics
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Arshad Nadeem’s village in Pakistan celebrates his Paris Olympics heroics

The Hindu  

Dozens of villagers gathered in front of the modest home of Pakistan athlete Arshad Nadeem to watch the hulking javelin thrower take part in the Olympic Games final late Thursday. Despite practising with rickety equipment and with little access to the gyms and training grounds his international competitors have, Nadeem had given Pakistan its first Olympic gold medal in 32 …

'Vo Bhi Mhare Ghar Ka Hai': Neeraj Chopra's Mother Hails Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem 'Like A Son' — WATCH
7 months, 2 weeks ago

'Vo Bhi Mhare Ghar Ka Hai': Neeraj Chopra's Mother Hails Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem 'Like A Son' — WATCH

ABP News  

Neeraj Chopra's Mother Reaction: Neeraj Chopra has won the silver medal in Men's Javelin Throw final, thereby, bringing an end to his defence of his Olympic title, and the one who has dethroned him off his reign is none other than his 'brother' Arshad Nadeem from Pakistan. Upon winning the silver medal, Neeraj Chopra's mother hailed the victory as special, …

Arshad Nadeem wins gold; Neeraj Chopra gets silver in Paris. Watch Video
7 months, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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's never-before-seen moment of anger during javelin final: 'When Arshad threw 92.97m, I believed...'
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Neeraj Chopra's never-before-seen moment of anger during javelin final: 'When Arshad threw 92.97m, I believed...'

Hindustan Times  

Neeraj Chopra signed off Thursday night with a piece of history at the Paris Olympics 2024, but the night never belonged to India's Golden Boy. Neeraj Chopra managed just one legitimate throw during the men's javelin final at the Paris Olympics Neeraj, who hurled both a season-best and second-best-career-attempt of 89.43m in the qualification round earlier this week to take …

Neeraj Chopra on missing gold at Paris Olympics: ‘I gave my best, but it was Arshad’s day’
7 months, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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 …

Neeraj Chopra’s mother reacts to his silver win, Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem’s gold. Her comments win hearts
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Neeraj Chopra’s mother reacts to his silver win, Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem’s gold. Her comments win hearts

Hindustan Times  

Neeraj Chopra won silver in the final event of the ongoing 2024 Paris Olympics. The image shows Neeraj Chopra’s mother, Saroj Devi, sharing her opinions on her son and Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem. “On Neeraj Chopra winning a silver medal in men's javelin throw at #ParisOlympics2024, his mother Saroj Devi says, ‘We are very happy, for us silver is also equal …

Arshad Nadeem shatters Olympic record in javelin with 92.97m throw to snap Pakistan's 32 year drought | Watch
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Arshad Nadeem shatters Olympic record in javelin with 92.97m throw to snap Pakistan's 32 year drought | Watch

India TV News  

Arshad Nadeem of Pakistan stunned the track and field world as he registered a massive throw of 92.97m in the men's javelin final at the Paris Olympics to shatter the all-time Olympic record and clinch the gold medal. Watch Arshad Nadeem's Olympic record-breaking throw: Muhammad Bashir was the first Pakistani to claim a medal in an individual event at the …

India TV Sports Wrap on August 9: Today's top 10 trending news stories
7 months, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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 …

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