Neeraj Chopra, Bajrang Punia, other Olympics heroes honoured in grand ceremony
3 years, 4 months ago

Neeraj Chopra, Bajrang Punia, other Olympics heroes honoured in grand ceremony

Live Mint  

Indian athletes who won laurels for the nation at Tokyo Olympics were honoured in a grand ceremony in Delhi. Seven medalists, namely Neeraj Chopra, Ravi Kumar Dahiya, Bajrang Punia, Lovlina Borgohain and the men’s national hockey team, were felicitated during the ceremony. While Chopra won the solo gold for India at Tokyo Olympics, weightlifter Mirabai Chanu and wrestler Ravi Kumar Dahiya bagged the silver medals. The bronze medals, apart from the men's hockey team, were claimed by boxer Lovlina Borgohain, shuttler P V Sindhu, and wrestler Bajrang Punia. Apart from the first Olympic gold medal in an athletics event, two successive medals in consecutive Games by Sindhu, and a medal by the Indian men's team in hockey after a gap of 41 years.

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Olympics 2024: Neeraj Chopra saving grace for India in athletics at Paris
4 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
4 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
4 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 …

Indian Men’s Hockey team receives grand welcome at Delhi airport as they arrive with Olympic bronze
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Indian Men’s Hockey team receives grand welcome at Delhi airport as they arrive with Olympic bronze

Live Mint  

Indian Men's Hockey team received a grand welcome as they arrived at Delhi airport with Olympic bronze medal. Speaking with the reporters, Captain of the Indian Hockey team, Harmanpreet Singh said it was an emotional moment for him. Meanwhile, celebrated hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh has been named India's joint flag-bearer for Olympics closing ceremony, alongside shooter Manu Bhaker who won …

Abhishek Bachchan's video hugging Neeraj Chopra after his historic win at Paris Olympics goes viral
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Abhishek Bachchan's video hugging Neeraj Chopra after his historic win at Paris Olympics goes viral

India TV News  

Neeraj Chopra, the Golden Boy of India, didn't disappoint Indian fans and clinched Silver medal at the Paris Olympics 2024 in the men's javelin event. Soon after Neeraj won the medal, he greeted Indian fans and took a victory lap where he met Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan. How Neeraj clinched Silver at Paris Olympics 2024 Neeraj Chopra's Silver at the …

Fan video from stands captures Neeraj Chopra's silver medal moment | WATCH
4 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 …

Alia Bhatt, Vicky Kaushal and other celebs laud Neeraj Chopra after he wins silver at the Paris Olympics 2024
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Alia Bhatt, Vicky Kaushal and other celebs laud Neeraj Chopra after he wins silver at the Paris Olympics 2024

Hindustan Times  

Bollywood stars, including Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor Khan, R Madhavan and Vicky Kaushal, joined the rest of India in congratulating Neeraj Chopra after he clinched the silver medal in the javelin throw at the Paris Olympics. This marks his second Olympic medal, making him the third Indian after badminton player PV Sindhu and wrestler Sushil Kumar to win individual medals …

Neeraj Chopra on missing gold at Paris Olympics: ‘I gave my best, but it was Arshad’s day’
4 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...’
4 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 is ‘excellence personified’, says PM Modi
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Neeraj Chopra is ‘excellence personified’, says PM Modi

The Hindu  

Following Neeraj Chopra’s silver win at the Paris Olympics on Thursday, August 8, President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have lauded the Indian javelin thrower. India looks forward to Neeraj Chopra bringing home more medals and glory in the future,” President Murmu said in a post on X. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday lauded Neeraj Chopra as …

Rivalry with Neeraj is good, it's inspiring youngsters in both India, Pakistan: Nadeem
4 months, 2 weeks 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 …

India at Olympics Day 8 wrap: Manu Bhaker misses medal, heartbreak for Nishant
4 months, 3 weeks ago

India at Olympics Day 8 wrap: Manu Bhaker misses medal, heartbreak for Nishant

India Today  

Manu Bhaker missed out on winning a medal in the women’s 25m pistol final after losing to Hungary's Veronika Major in the bronze-medal shoot-off. In women’s skeet, Maheshwari Chauhan is currently placed eighth and has a chance to enter the top six on Day 2. Shubhankar Sharma and Gaganjeet Bhullar are placed at T34 and T48 respectively after round 3 …

​Medal count: The Hindu Editoria on countdown to the Paris Olympics and India
5 months ago

​Medal count: The Hindu Editoria on countdown to the Paris Olympics and India

The Hindu  

As Paris is ready to host its third Olympics after a century, the 117 Indian athletes are gearing up earnestly to increase the country’s medal count in the post-COVID Games, kicking off on the banks of the majestic river Seine on July 26. When the pandemic-delayed Olympics were staged behind closed doors in Tokyo three years ago, India claimed seven …

Three Indians to win multiple individual medals at Summer Olympics
5 months, 1 week ago

Three Indians to win multiple individual medals at Summer Olympics

India TV News  

The Indian contingent is set to enter the upcoming Parsi Olympics 2024 with high hopes after a record-breaking return in the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games. India's first athlete to win an individual medal was Norman Pritchard who was the first Asian-born athlete to win medals in Olympic Games. The former wrestler Sushil Kumar became the second Indian to win multiple …

How many medals have India won at Olympics?
5 months, 2 weeks ago

How many medals have India won at Olympics?

Firstpost  

India have won a total of 35 medals across 24 Olympic editions including 10 gold, 9 silver, and 16 bronze medals. Reuters India started their Olympic campaign in 1900 with two medals and have won a total of 35 medals across 24 Summer Games. The Indian men’s hockey team has won eight out of the 10 gold medals with Abhinav …

India at the Olympics in 21st century: Records rewritten, numerous firsts
5 months, 2 weeks ago

India at the Olympics in 21st century: Records rewritten, numerous firsts

Hindustan Times  

India have won more Olympic medals since the turn of this century than they did in all of their appearances before 2000. Abhinav Bindra became the first Indian to win an individual gold medal, winning the men's 10m air rifle title. Sushil Kumar became the first Indian athlete to win two individual Olympic medals, bettering his bronze medal in Beijing …

How did India perform at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics?
5 months, 2 weeks ago

How did India perform at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics?

The Hindu  

India’s campaign at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics will always be remembered for its historic medal haul, a record seven, including one gold, two silver and four bronze medals. Mirabai Chanu poses with the Silver medal for the Weightlifting - Women’s 49kg Group A on day one of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Tokyo International Forum on July 24, 2021 …

India at the Olympics: The early years after gaining independence
5 months, 2 weeks ago

India at the Olympics: The early years after gaining independence

Hindustan Times  

According to the International Olympic Committee's records, India's Olympic journey started in Paris, and the French capital is where athletes representing the country will travel to this year. London 1948 - No more Dhyan Chand but hockey dominance continues The first Olympics after the Second World War also marked the first time that India competed at the Games as an …

Which Indian athletes won medals at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics?
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Which Indian athletes won medals at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics?

The Hindu  

The 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo was the most successful Games outing for India since it participated in the Games for the first time in 1900. Here’s a look at the top 10 Indian athletes at Tokyo Olympics 2020: Neeraj Chopra Winning gold in javelin in Tokyo 2020, Neeraj Chopra clinched the first-ever track and field medal for India. | …

Book Review: The Neeraj Chopra Story - An earnest attempt to document history
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Book Review: The Neeraj Chopra Story - An earnest attempt to document history

The Hindu  

The Man Who Made History: The Neeraj Chopra Story by Norris Pritam encapsulates the fascinating journey of India’s first-ever Olympic gold medallist in track and field. LISTEN | Sportstar Podcast: Federation Cup 2024 - Neeraj Chopra’s triumphant homecoming, Olympic qualification hiccups and AFI’s administrative headaches When it came to Neeraj, apart from the initial financial struggles, everything fell into place. …

Neeraj Chopra Claims Gold in Federation Cup, His First Outing in India In Three Years
7 months, 1 week ago

Neeraj Chopra Claims Gold in Federation Cup, His First Outing in India In Three Years

News 18  

Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra won the gold medal in men’s javelin throw event of the Federation Cup here, his spear shimmering through the balmy Wednesday evening sky after an unusually slow start in his first competitive outing on Indian soil in three years. FOLLOW: RR vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2024 Chopra last took part in a domestic competition at …

India’s Asian Games medal count impressive but can’t be extrapolated to World level
1 year, 2 months ago

India’s Asian Games medal count impressive but can’t be extrapolated to World level

The Hindu  

It’s not always that a promotional campaign turns out to be on the money, but credit where it’s due. Some gold medals have come in team events in shooting, which, although not part of the Olympic programme, are testament to India’s bench strength. The Indian wrestling team won two medals at the Tokyo Olympics, three years after winning two gold …

Asian Games 2023: Full list of India's medallists after record-breaking outing in Hangzhou
1 year, 2 months ago

Asian Games 2023: Full list of India's medallists after record-breaking outing in Hangzhou

Hindustan Times  

India reached a historic milestone at the Asian Games 2023, securing an unprecedented tally of over 100 medals, marking the first time in the nation's history that such an achievement has been realised. The men's and women's cricket and kabaddi teams demonstrated their prowess, achieving double gold medals in their respective categories. In the realm of badminton, the pairing of …

Asian Games 2023 Day 13 Roundup: Gold in hockey, cricket team enters final, 100 medals confirmed
1 year, 2 months ago

Asian Games 2023 Day 13 Roundup: Gold in hockey, cricket team enters final, 100 medals confirmed

India TV News  

In an unprecedented achievement, the Indian contingent confirmed a historic 100 medals in the Asian Games 2023 on Friday, October 6. The men's hockey team secured their fourth Gold at Asiad as India claimed as many as nine medals on Day 13 to take the overall tally to 95. Indian women's team claimed bronze in Sepaktakraw to open India's account …

It’s ‘laddoo’ time at Khandra as Neeraj grabs another gold
1 year, 2 months ago

It’s ‘laddoo’ time at Khandra as Neeraj grabs another gold

Hindustan Times  

It was another big day for the family members and relatives of India’s star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra as the Olympics champion clinched his Asian Games gold medal with a best throw of 88.88m in the final at Hangzhou on Wednesday. This is Neeraj’s second big performance in less than one -and-a-half months as Tokyo Olympics gold medallist becoming the …

Neeraj extends golden run, double delight for Harmilan: Full list of medal winners for India on Day 11 at Asian Games
1 year, 2 months ago

Neeraj extends golden run, double delight for Harmilan: Full list of medal winners for India on Day 11 at Asian Games

Hindustan Times  

The Indian contingent continued their rich haul in the ongoing Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, taking the medal tally to 81. Neeraj Chopra jumps in celebration with silver medalist compatriot Kishore Kumar Jena during the presentation ceremony of men's javelin throw final at the 19th Asian Games There were also a couple of medals in boxing, while Saurav Ghosal produced …

Asian Games 2023, Day 10 Roundup: Parul, Annu Rani's Gold in athletics headline India's 9-medal outing
1 year, 2 months ago

Asian Games 2023, Day 10 Roundup: Parul, Annu Rani's Gold in athletics headline India's 9-medal outing

India TV News  

After a relatively quiet day with no Gold medal on Gandhi Jayanti, the Indian contingent came back with nine medals on Day 10 including a couple of Gold. Tejaswin Shankar's Decathlon run ended in a national record-breaking Silver medal while Parul Chaudhary and Annu Rani won Gold medals in women's 5000m race and javelin throw, respectively. Annu Rani became first-ever …

Neeraj Chopra vs Arshad Nadeem in javelin throw at Asian Games 2023 — expect fireworks and then a handshake
1 year, 2 months ago

Neeraj Chopra vs Arshad Nadeem in javelin throw at Asian Games 2023 — expect fireworks and then a handshake

The Hindu  

When he was rushed to the broadcasters’ zone, right after he had won silver in the men’s javelin throw event at the World Championships, Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem was asked to explain what his medal meant to him and his country. “I’m so happy for Neeraj bhai,” Nadeem would say of India’s Neeraj Chopra, who won gold. Standing on the podium …

Which Indian athletes won gold medals at Asian Games 2018?
1 year, 3 months ago

Which Indian athletes won gold medals at Asian Games 2018?

The Hindu  

India will aim to increase its medal tally from that of 2018 at the upcoming Asian Games in Hangzhou from September 23 to October 8. Manjit Singh Gold medallist Manjit Singh of India celebrates on the podium during men’s 800m medal ceremony at the Asian Games 2018. | Photo Credit: Getty Images Jinson Johnson claimed the gold medal in the …

Gold winner: On Neeraj Chopra and his golden arm
1 year, 3 months ago

Gold winner: On Neeraj Chopra and his golden arm

The Hindu  

Neeraj Chopra scripted another glorious chapter by becoming the first-ever Indian to secure a gold in the World Athletics Championships in Budapest on Sunday. Neeraj, the first Indian Olympic champion athlete, hurled the javelin to 88.17m in his second attempt to achieve the crown in a highly competitive field, also comprising Commonwealth Games champion Arshad Nadeem, who took the silver, …

Neeraj and I are happy to top a sport once dominated by Europeans: Nadeem
1 year, 3 months ago

Neeraj and I are happy to top a sport once dominated by Europeans: Nadeem

The Hindu  

In Arshad Nadeem, India's Neeraj Chopra will have tough competition for the gold medal at the Paris Olympics, but the Pakistani ace says for now both are just "very happy" to call the shots in a sport once dominated by the Europeans. Nadeem bagged silver in the men's javelin thrown final in Budapest on Sunday, as Olympic champion Chopra won …

The gold standard: Neeraj Chopra masters the art of conquering the world
1 year, 3 months ago

The gold standard: Neeraj Chopra masters the art of conquering the world

Hindustan Times  

The story of a teenaged Neeraj Chopra taking his baby steps in javelin throw by watching videos of Czech champion Jan Zelezny is one that has been told and retold countless times. That will be fun," he said after becoming the first Indian to win a World Athletics Championships gold on Sunday. Neeraj had won gold at the 2018 Asian …

World Athletics Championships 2023: Full list of medal winners, Indian results
1 year, 3 months ago

World Athletics Championships 2023: Full list of medal winners, Indian results

The Hindu  

Neeraj Chopra illuminated the night sky in Budapest by winning the gold medal in the men’s javelin throw event at the World Athletics Championships. Men’s javelin throw Neeraj Chopra : 88.17m Arshad Nadeem : 87.82m Jakub Vadlejch : 86.67m Women’s javelin throw Kitaguchi Haruka : 66.73m Flor Denis Ruiz Hurtado : 65.47 Mackenzie Little : 63.38m Men’s 100m Noah Lyles …

Neeraj Chopra's win at World Athletics Championship: Achievements so far
1 year, 3 months ago

Neeraj Chopra's win at World Athletics Championship: Achievements so far

Business Standard  

Olympic champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has become the world champion, recording an impressive throw of 88.17 metres at the World Athletics Championships final event in Budapest. Neeraj Chopra's Olympic gold drew significant attention as it marked India's first individual gold in a track and field event at the Olympics. Prior to this, Abhinav Bindra had secured India's first individual …

Neeraj Chopra Calls Arshad Nadeem For Picture With Indian Flag, Pakistani Athlete Does This Next
1 year, 3 months ago

Neeraj Chopra Calls Arshad Nadeem For Picture With Indian Flag, Pakistani Athlete Does This Next

ABP News  

Neeraj Chopra, India’s golden boy made headlines after he registered a brilliant performance by winning a gold medal in the men's javelin final at World Athletics Championships in Budapest. But then Neeraj came up with a heartwarming act as he asked Nadeem to come for the photographs as the pair stood together with the Indian flag behind them. Watch Neeraj …

Kareena Kapoor, Anushka Sharma And Others Pour Congratulatory Wishes As Neeraj Chopra Wins Gold Medal
1 year, 3 months ago

Kareena Kapoor, Anushka Sharma And Others Pour Congratulatory Wishes As Neeraj Chopra Wins Gold Medal

News 18  

Neeraj Chopra has once again created history by becoming the first Indian to clinch gold at the World Athletics Championships. Bollywood celebrities including Kareena Kapoor Khan, Anushka Sharma, Farhan Akhtar, and others have also extended good wishes to Neeraj. Kareena Kapoor Khan took to her Instagram stories and wrote, ‘So proud of you @neerajchopra.” Anushka Sharma also wished him saying, …

Neeraj Chopra 1st Indian To Win Gold At World Athletics Championships
1 year, 3 months ago

Neeraj Chopra 1st Indian To Win Gold At World Athletics Championships

Deccan Chronicle  

Budapest : While Neeraj Chopra created history by becoming the first Indian to win gold at the World Athletics Championships, the javelin thrower reveals that his actual desire was to hit the 90m mark in the final. However, things didn't materialise in the manner he hoped for and Neeraj recorded his best throw of 88.17 m in his second attempt …

Neeraj Chopra's Historic Gold Medal Highlights India's Presence at World Athletics Championships
1 year, 3 months ago

Neeraj Chopra's Historic Gold Medal Highlights India's Presence at World Athletics Championships

News 18  

Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra won a historic maiden gold medal for India in the World Athletics Championships in the men’s javelin throw competition, to become a world champion as India finished the 19th edition of the biennial with a lone medal. Chopra’s gold, added to his own silver at the 2022 edition in Oregon and Anju Bobby George’s long jump …

Neeraj Chopra exemplifies excellence, says PM Modi
1 year, 3 months ago

Neeraj Chopra exemplifies excellence, says PM Modi

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, August 28, 2023. hailed Neeraj Chopra for winning a gold medal in the men's javelin at the World Athletics Championships, saying his dedication, precision and passion make him not just a champion in athletics but a symbol of unparalleled excellence in the entire sports world. Chopra on Sunday, August 27, 2023 scripted history yet …

World Athletics Championships: 'Golden Boy' Neeraj Chopra's father brims with pride, says proud moment for country
1 year, 3 months ago

World Athletics Championships: 'Golden Boy' Neeraj Chopra's father brims with pride, says proud moment for country

The Hindu  

After the 'golden boy of Indian athletics' won the men’s javelin throw at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, the father of Neeraj Chopra, Satish Kumar said that the event was a proud moment for the country. With this, Neeraj Chopra becomes 1st athlete to win a gold medal at the World Athletics Championships. IndianArmy congratulates Subedar Neeraj Chopra on …

Watch: Neeraj Chopra's king-sized legacy grows with gold-clinching 88.17m throw at World Athletics Championships
1 year, 3 months ago

Watch: Neeraj Chopra's king-sized legacy grows with gold-clinching 88.17m throw at World Athletics Championships

Hindustan Times  

At just 25 years old, Neeraj Chopra keeps on adding to his already king-sized legacy. The Olympics gold medallist from Tokyo 2021, Neeraj now has a Worlds gold medal after securing a top-podium finish in men's javelin at the World Athletics Championships. As India went to sleep Sunday night, Neeraj ensured he took away the nation's Monday blues when an …

How much prize money did Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem win after World Athletics Championships final?
1 year, 3 months ago

How much prize money did Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem win after World Athletics Championships final?

India TV News  

In a battle of two neighbours in a 12-man World Athletics Championships final, India's Neeraj Chopra reigned supreme to bag a historic Gold medal. It was enough to keep the other athletes at bay and even though Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem looked hot on heels, he finished marginally behind at 87.82m and took the Silver medal. The 25-year-old has won the …

Watch Neeraj Chopra's golden moment at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest
1 year, 3 months ago

Watch Neeraj Chopra's golden moment at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest

India Today  

Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra has marked his dominance on the global stage by clinching the gold medal in the men's javelin event at the World Athletics Championships on Sunday, August 27. This victory places Chopra on an elite and distinct pedestal, where he joins shooter Abhinav Bindra as the only other Indian to simultaneously hold the Olympics and the World …

World Athletics: Neeraj Chopra wins Gold, Arshad Nadeem takes silver in historic India-Pakistan 1-2
1 year, 3 months ago

World Athletics: Neeraj Chopra wins Gold, Arshad Nadeem takes silver in historic India-Pakistan 1-2

India Today  

India’s superstar Olympian Neeraj Chopra has transcended borders, playing a mentor-like role for Javelin throwers not just in India but in Pakistan as well. The Olympic champion becomes the javelin throw world champion â˜Ä️ 🇮🇳's @Neeraj_chopra1 throws 88.17m to upgrade last year's silver medal into glittering gold in Budapest 👏#WorldAthleticsChamps pic.twitter.com/8K1mIvcYmF — World Athletics August 27, 2023 Chopra has now …

Neeraj Chopra - How a boy from Khandra became World No.1 javelin star
1 year, 3 months ago

Neeraj Chopra - How a boy from Khandra became World No.1 javelin star

India Today  

Indian javelin star, Neeraj Chopra, astounded the world by becoming the first athlete from the country to win the Gold medal at the World Athletics Championships, solidifying his place in history. The final saw Chopra maintain his dominance, starting strong and sustaining a focused performance that saw his second attempt of 87.58m secure him the gold..@Neeraj_chopra1 brings home a historic …

Anushka Sharma, Kareena Kapoor, Kangana Ranaut and Bollywood celebs congratulate Neeraj Chopra on winning gold
1 year, 3 months ago

Anushka Sharma, Kareena Kapoor, Kangana Ranaut and Bollywood celebs congratulate Neeraj Chopra on winning gold

India TV News  

Neeraj Chopra created history by becoming the first Indian to clinch gold at the World Athletics Championships. Bollywood showered praise on Neeraj Chopra Actor Shahid Kapoor shared a picture on his Instagram stories and wrote, "Congratulations to our world champion. Kareena Kapoor Khan shared a video on her stories and wrote, “So proud of you #Champion.” Taking to Instagram, Kangana …

'Golden Boy Scripts History': Internet in Overdrive as Neeraj Chopra Claims Gold at World Athletics Championship
1 year, 3 months ago

'Golden Boy Scripts History': Internet in Overdrive as Neeraj Chopra Claims Gold at World Athletics Championship

News 18  

Indian javelin throw ace Neeraj Chopra created history on Sunday as he became the first Indian athlete to bring home a gold medal with a mammoth throw of 88.17m on Sunday at the World Athletics Championships 2023 in Hungary. Neeraj Chopra creates history and he makes India very proud yet again!He has become the 1st Indian to win the men’s …

Neeraj Chopra becomes world champion in javelin throw
1 year, 3 months ago

Neeraj Chopra becomes world champion in javelin throw

The Hindu  

Neeraj Chopra roars as the javelin is expelled from his right arm. He had already become the first Indian man to win a world medal when he took silver at the Eugene World Championships behind Grenada’s Anderson Peters last year. He won the Commonwealth title last year with a throw of 90.18m – beating the Indian he admitted admiring to …

World Athletics Championships: Neeraj Chopra eyes top podium finish
1 year, 4 months ago

World Athletics Championships: Neeraj Chopra eyes top podium finish

The Hindu  

August 18, 2023 03:08 pm | Updated 06:28 pm IST - Budapest A World Championships gold is the only medal missing in Neeraj Chopra's decorated cabinet and the superstar Indian javelin thrower will fancy his chances as no clear-cut favourite has emerged ahead of the showpiece beginning in Budapest on August 19 The 25-year-old Chopra has won gold medals in …

Asian Athletics meet: India finishes third with 27 medals as Abha Khatua breaks national record to win silver in shot put
1 year, 5 months ago

Asian Athletics meet: India finishes third with 27 medals as Abha Khatua breaks national record to win silver in shot put

The Hindu  

Unheralded Abha Khatua equalled shot put national record while finishing second in a surprise performance while Jyothi Yarraji and Parul Chaudhary clinched their second medals — both silver — as India ended their campaign with 27 medals at the Asian Athletics Championships campaign at third spot in Bangkok The 28-year-old Khatua made a huge improvement of nearly a metre — …

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