Asian Games 2018: Neeraj Chopra wins historic first-ever gold for India in Javelin Throw
6 years, 6 months ago

Asian Games 2018: Neeraj Chopra wins historic first-ever gold for India in Javelin Throw

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Neeraj Chopra today became the first Indian javelin thrower to win an Asian Games gold medal as he shattered his own national record by clearing a distance of 88.06m here today. Chopra's gold is India's only second medal in javelin throw in Asian Games history after Gurtej Singh won a bronze in 1982 in New Delhi. Chopra's biggest rival was expected to be Chao Tsun Cheng, who last year recorded a throw of 91.36m but the Chinese Taipei thrower could manage a best of 79.81 to finish fifth. Chopra is the second Indian athlete since Milkha Singh to have won gold medals in the Commonwealth Games and the Asiad in the same year.

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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
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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

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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 …

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 …

National Games 2025: Sachin hits a new high in javelin; High jumper Pooja, distance runner Sawan break records
1 month, 2 weeks ago

National Games 2025: Sachin hits a new high in javelin; High jumper Pooja, distance runner Sawan break records

The Hindu  

With Neeraj Chopra showing the way with his Olympic and World Championship golds, there is now a bunch of Indian javelin throwers who feel they can get onto the big stage. The 25-year-old from Uttar Pradesh produced a personal best of 84.39m and broke the meet record by more than two metres while winning the men’s javelin throw gold in …

Neeraj Chopra, two-time Olympic medalist, is now married, shares news on social media | See photos
2 months, 1 week 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, 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 …

India set to host star-studded javelin competition in 2025 headlined by Neeraj Chopra
2 months, 2 weeks ago

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, 2 weeks 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 …

Asian Games gold medallist Bahadur Singh Sagoo elected Athletics Federation of India president
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Asian Games gold medallist Bahadur Singh Sagoo elected Athletics Federation of India president

The Hindu  

Asian Games gold-winning former shot putter Bahadur Singh Sagoo was on Tuesday elected unopposed as the Athletics Federation of India’s president, succeeding the long-serving Adille Sumariwalla in the top position. The 51-year-old Sagoo, who will serving a four-year term, won a shot put gold in the 2002 Busan Asian Games and also took part in the 2000 and 2004 Olympics. …

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 …

Neeraj Chopra explains how India can rise in sports, Olympic javelin champion cites USA’s example for improvement
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Neeraj Chopra explains how India can rise in sports, Olympic javelin champion cites USA’s example for improvement

Live Mint  

Balancing sports and education is a huge task in India. In an interview with Lallantop on Sunday, Olympic champion javelin ace Neeraj Chopra opined that it is possible to balance both effectively with proper management. “If you talk about studies and sports, I feel both can be managed equally,” Neeraj Chopra told Lallantop. I think in India, the schools and …

Neeraj Chopra blames injury issues for losing to Arshad Nadeem at Paris Olympics: ‘The pain I am bearing…’
2 months, 3 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 …

Neeraj Chopra's T-Shirt Inducted Into World Athletics Heritage Collection
3 months, 1 week ago

Neeraj Chopra's T-Shirt Inducted Into World Athletics Heritage Collection

ABP News  

Star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra is among 23 athletes whose competition artefacts have been inducted into the World Athletics Heritage Collection, currently on display in the online 3D platform of the Museum of World Athletics. Besides Chopra, Ukraine's Yaroslava Mahuchikh, the World Athletics women's field event athlete of the year, and her fellow Paris Olympic medallist Thea LaFond are …

Ludhiana: Judoka Sahil wins gold Punjab at National School Games
3 months, 1 week ago

Ludhiana: Judoka Sahil wins gold Punjab at National School Games

Hindustan Times  

The second day of the 68th National School Games in Ludhiana brought thrilling action and impressive performances across various sports. In the under-19 boys’ 55 kg category, Sahil of Punjab took first place, followed by Chandigarh’s Vivek in second and Haryana’s Mohit and Telangana’s T. Jampa in third. In the above 70 kg category, Punjab’s Kanwalpreet claimed first place, Haryana’s …

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 …

Javelin star Neeraj Chopra to begin early training for 2025 season in South Africa
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

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

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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 …

Sportstar Rajasthan Conclave - Meet the speakers: From Rajyavardhan Rathore and Ajay Jadeja to Jake Lush McCrum and Divyakriti Singh Rathore
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Sportstar Rajasthan Conclave - Meet the speakers: From Rajyavardhan Rathore and Ajay Jadeja to Jake Lush McCrum and Divyakriti Singh Rathore

The Hindu  

The third season of the Sportstar Sports Conclave gathers leading athletes, industry experts, and key stakeholders from Rajasthan’s sports community for a day-long exploration of the current sports landscape and ways to herald a sporting revolution in the region. Here is the line-up, along with their respective topics: KEYNOTE ADDRESS: Col. Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore File photo | Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore …

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, 1 week 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 narrowly misses Diamond League title by 1 cm
6 months, 1 week ago

Neeraj Chopra narrowly misses Diamond League title by 1 cm

The Hindu  

Star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra gonisingly missed the Diamond League crown by just one centimeter as he finished second for the second consecutive year with a throw of 87.86m in the season finale in Brussels on Saturday. The 26-year-old Chopra, who had won the DL trophy in 2022 before finishing second last year, achieved his best throw of the …

Paralympics 2024: Dharambir Breaks Asian Record, Wins Paralympic Gold | ABP News
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Paralympics 2024: Dharambir Breaks Asian Record, Wins Paralympic Gold | ABP News

ABP News  

At the Paris Paralympics, India's athletes delivered a remarkable performance in the men's club throw F51 event, securing both gold and silver medals. Dharambir set a new Asian record with a throw of 34.92 meters on his fifth attempt to win gold, while Pranav Soorma claimed silver with a throw of 34.59 meters on his first attempt, which he couldn't …

Silver lining for shot-putter Sachin Sarjerao Khilari; India's medal haul hits 21 at Paralympics
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Silver lining for shot-putter Sachin Sarjerao Khilari; India's medal haul hits 21 at Paralympics

Hindustan Times  

World champion shot-putter Sachin Sarjerao Khilari smashed the Asian record en route a silver on Wednesday as India's track-and-field athletes continued to surpass expectations in what is turning out to be the country's best ever performance at the Paralympics here. Sachin Sarjerao Khilari's silver on Wednesday was medal number 21 for the nation, which is currently placed 19th in the …

India’s medal haul hits 22 at Paris Paralympics
6 months, 3 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, 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 finishes second in Lausanne Diamond League with season's best 89.49m
7 months ago

Neeraj Chopra finishes second in Lausanne Diamond League with season's best 89.49m

Hindustan Times  

Star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra finished second in the Lausanne Diamond League as he recovered in time to produce a season's best effort of 89.49m in his last attempt on Thursday. Diamond League: India's Neeraj Chopra in action during the men's javelin throw The 26-year-old Chopra was at fourth spot till the fourth round before sending his spear to …

Neeraj Chopra finishes second in Lausanne Diamond League with season's best 89.49m
7 months ago

Neeraj Chopra finishes second in Lausanne Diamond League with season's best 89.49m

The Hindu  

Star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra finished second in the Lausanne Diamond League as he recovered in time to produce a season’s best effort of 89.49m in his last attempt on Thursday. Two-time world champion and Paris Olympics bronze medallist Anderson Peters of Grenada won the event with his second round monster throw of 90.61m while Julian Weber of Germany …

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 …

What Is Neeraj Chopra's Diet | Health Live
7 months ago

What Is Neeraj Chopra's Diet | Health Live

ABP News  

Neeraj Chopra, who won a silver medal in javelin throw at the Paris Olympics 2024, follows a strict diet routine to maintain his fitness. In an interview, Chopra revealed that body fat percentages vary by sport; bodybuilders should have around 5-7%, while javelin throwers should aim for about 10-10.5%. Although he was a strict vegetarian until 2016, limited vegetarian options …

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 …

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, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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, 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 …

Abhishek Bachchan's video hugging Neeraj Chopra after his historic win at Paris Olympics goes viral
7 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
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 …

India wraps up Paris Olympics 2024 campaign without gold; check India's mixed performance
7 months, 2 weeks ago

India wraps up Paris Olympics 2024 campaign without gold; check India's mixed performance

India TV News  

India's campaign at the Paris Olympics 2024 concluded after wrestler Reetika Hooda's elimination on Saturday, August 10. India failed to win gold in a major blow to its standing in the medal table but wrapped up an eventful campaign with one silver and five bronze medals. The 22-year-old shooter Manu Bhaker contributed to India's two medals while the Tokyo gold …

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 …

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 …

Alia Bhatt, Vicky Kaushal and other celebs laud Neeraj Chopra after he wins silver at the Paris Olympics 2024
7 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 …

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 …

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