Honoured to be awarded Khel Ratna: Neeraj Chopra
3 years, 4 months ago

Honoured to be awarded Khel Ratna: Neeraj Chopra

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Named for the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna after winning a historic gold in the Tokyo Olympics, star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on Wednesday said he would continue to work hard to bring more laurels for the country. The 23-year old Chopra, who became only the second Indian to win an individual Olympic gold in the Tokyo Games, is among the 12 sportspersons named for the country's highest sporting award. "Very honoured to be awarded the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna alongside some outstanding sportspersons. "Koshish ye hi rahegi ki aise hi apne performances se desh ke liya aur success haasil kar paun!."

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From Manu Bhaker to Anju Bobby George: Indian women's sportspersons to win Khel Ratna Award | IWD Special
2 weeks, 2 days ago

From Manu Bhaker to Anju Bobby George: Indian women's sportspersons to win Khel Ratna Award | IWD Special

India TV News  

From Manu Bhaker to Anju Bobby George: Indian women's sportspersons to win Khel Ratna Award | IWD Special 62 Indian athletes have received the highest sporting honour of the country, the Khel Ratna Award, starting in 1991-92 upto 2024 with Indian Hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh, the youngest chess champions D Gukesh and the double Paris Olympics bronze medallist Manu Bhaker …

Exclusive | Double Paralympic medalist Harvinder Singh on Khel Ratna controversy: ‘I felt it was necessary to speak up’
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Exclusive | Double Paralympic medalist Harvinder Singh on Khel Ratna controversy: ‘I felt it was necessary to speak up’

Firstpost  

Harvinder Singh shared his emotions on receiving the Padma Shri and addressed his Khel Ratna snub after winning gold at the 2024 Paris Paralympics. Indian para-archer Harvinder Singh recently received the prestigious Padma Shri, the country’s fourth-highest civilian award. If you lose even one, you’re out.” When asked whether he was satisfied with the Padma Shri and wasn’t brooding over …

Khel Ratna awards: Manu Bhaker's gaffe at Rashtrapati Bhavan catches netizens attention
2 months ago

Khel Ratna awards: Manu Bhaker's gaffe at Rashtrapati Bhavan catches netizens attention

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: A minor gaffe involving Olympic medal winner Manu Bhaker during the Friday's presentation of the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna awards caught the attention of netizens. Double Olympic-medallist shooter Manu Bhaker and teenage chess world champion D Gukesh received a euphoric round of applause as they walked up to receive the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna …

VIDEO: Gukesh, Manu, Harmanpreet receive prestigious Khel Ratna award
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2 months ago

VIDEO: Gukesh, Manu, Harmanpreet receive prestigious Khel Ratna award

The Hindu  

India’s sporting heroes were over the moon after being conferred the National Sports Awards here on Friday by President Droupadi Murmu with chess world champion D Gukesh and double Olympic medallist shooter Manu Bhaker vowing to continue their quest for more glory. Besides Gukesh and Bhaker, men’s hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh and Paralympics gold-medal winning high jumper Praveen Kumar were …

D Gukesh, Manu Bhaker, Harmanpreet Singh, Praveen Kumar receive Khel Ratna award
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2 months ago

D Gukesh, Manu Bhaker, Harmanpreet Singh, Praveen Kumar receive Khel Ratna award

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Double Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker, World Chess Champion Gukesh Dommaraju, Indian men's hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh and Para Athlete Praveen Kumar were awarded the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award by the President of India, Draupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhawan on Friday. On Friday, the National Sports Awards 2025 took place at the Rashtrapati Bhawan …

Watch: Manu Bhaker, D Gukesh receive Khel Ratna award from President Droupadi Murmu
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2 months ago

Watch: Manu Bhaker, D Gukesh receive Khel Ratna award from President Droupadi Murmu

India Today  

Double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker and world chess champion D. Gukesh were conferred with the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna awards by President Droupadi Murmu on Friday, 17 January. Manu Bhaker and D. Gukesh were among four athletes to receive the nation’s highest sporting honour this year. Manu secured two bronze medals at the Paris Olympics, making history as …

It’s cherry on top: Para-shuttler Nitesh on Arjuna award, eyes Khel Ratna in future
2 months, 2 weeks ago

It’s cherry on top: Para-shuttler Nitesh on Arjuna award, eyes Khel Ratna in future

The Hindu  

In a season of discontent among some Paralympic medallists over a perceived snub in the annual national honours, para-shuttler Kumar Nitesh is grateful and elated in equal measure after being finalised for the Arjuna award, determined to work harder for a Khel Ratna in the near future. Some para-athletes like Paris gold-winning archer Harvinder Singh have expressed disappointment at not …

DC Edit | Don’t devalue Khel Ratna
2 months, 2 weeks ago

DC Edit | Don’t devalue Khel Ratna

Deccan Chronicle  

The Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna sporting awards list for the year has the world chess champion, D. Gukesh, as well as the double Olympic bronze medallist, Manu Bhaker, besides the hockey captain, Harmanpreet Singh, and para-athlete Praveen Kumar. To revamp the system that currently allows sporting federations, Khel Ratna awardees and individual sportspeople to nominate themselves for the honour, …

Would have been nice to see more para-athletes get Khel Ratna: Praveen Kumar
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Would have been nice to see more para-athletes get Khel Ratna: Praveen Kumar

The Hindu  

Para high-jumper Praveen Kumar is glad to be among the four Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna awardees thanks to his gold-winning show in the Paris Paralympics but he says he would have been happier if more para-athletes were picked for the country’s highest sporting honour. Praveen will be bestowed the Khel Ratna along with three able-bodied athletes -- double Olympic medal-winning …

Manu Bhaker to receive Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna after week-long confusion over nomination, Gukesh among four recipients
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Manu Bhaker to receive Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna after week-long confusion over nomination, Gukesh among four recipients

Hindustan Times  

India's twin-Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker and chess prodigy D Gukesh have been named among the four recipients of the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, as confirmed by the sports ministry, according to PTI on Thursday. India's men's hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh and para-athlete Praveen Kumar are the other two recipients of this year’s Khel Ratna Award, which is …

Manu Bhaker, D Gukesh among four sportspersons to get Khel Ratna award for 2024-25, confirms Sports Ministry
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Manu Bhaker, D Gukesh among four sportspersons to get Khel Ratna award for 2024-25, confirms Sports Ministry

India TV News  

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports confirmed on Thursday, January 2 that India's double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker and the youngest world chess champion D Gukesh were added to the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award list for 2024-25. The long list included the likes of bronze medallist Aman Sehrawat, and para-gold medallists such as Navdeep Singh, Nitesh Kumar …

Manu Bhaker, Gukesh among four athletes to receive Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award: Sports Ministry
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Manu Bhaker, Gukesh among four athletes to receive Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award: Sports Ministry

The Hindu  

Double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker has been chosen for the Khel Ratna award along with chess World Champion D Gukesh, hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh and Paralympic gold medallist Praveen Kumar, as per the announcement made by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports on Thursday. Long ago, the Union Sports Ministry proposed Saina Nehwal’s name and gave her the Khel …

D Gukesh ecstatic after Khel Ratna honour: It will motivate me to work harder
2 months, 3 weeks ago

D Gukesh ecstatic after Khel Ratna honour: It will motivate me to work harder

India Today  

India’s chess sensation D Gukesh was over the moon after he was chosen for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. After being named for the Khel Ratna Award, Gukesh said that it had motivated him to keep putting in the hard yards. “I am extremely humbled and honoured to know that the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports announced …

National Sports Day 2024: Full list of Khel Ratna, Arjuna award winners
2 months, 3 weeks ago

National Sports Day 2024: Full list of Khel Ratna, Arjuna award winners

India Today  

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has announced the recipients of the National Sports Awards 2024. National Sports Day 2024: Full list of award winners Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award 2024 Awarded for outstanding performance in sports. Shri Gukesh D - Chess Shri Harmanpreet Singh - Hockey Shri Praveen Kumar - Para-Athletics Ms. Manu Bhaker - Shooting Arjuna …

Manu Bhaker, D Gukesh and 2 others to receive Khel Ratna Award
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Manu Bhaker, D Gukesh and 2 others to receive Khel Ratna Award

India Today  

Double Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker and world chess champion D Gukesh are among the four athletes who will be honoured with the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award on January 17, the Sports Ministry announced on Thursday, January 2. Indian men's hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh and Paralympian Praveen Kumar will also receive the Khel Ratna Award from the President …

Explained: How athletes are selected for Khel Ratna Award amid Manu Bhaker and Harvinder Singh’s criticism
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Explained: How athletes are selected for Khel Ratna Award amid Manu Bhaker and Harvinder Singh’s criticism

Firstpost  

Both Bhaker and Harvinder, who were among India’s standout performers in Paris Olympics and Paralympics respectively, have been critical of this year’s shortlist for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. Both Bhaker and Harvinder, however, have been in the news lately for being critical of this year’s shortlist for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. “Discrimination in sports’ …

Amid Manu Bhaker Khel Ratna Row, THIS Indian Gold-Medalist Highlights 'Discrimination' In Sports Awards
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Amid Manu Bhaker Khel Ratna Row, THIS Indian Gold-Medalist Highlights 'Discrimination' In Sports Awards

ABP News  

Indian archer Harvinder Singh, who won a gold at Paris Paralympics, on Tuesday alleged "discrimination" in the distribution of sports awards and questioned why the Khel Ratna honour was not bestowed on this year's medallists at the Games like the Tokyo edition. Following India's gold-winning performance at the 2021 Tokyo Paralympics, shooter Avani Lekhara, javelin thrower Sumit Antil and shuttler …

Manu Bhaker's name reportedly absent from nominees list for Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award
3 months ago

Manu Bhaker's name reportedly absent from nominees list for Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award

Firstpost  

Two-time Paris Olympics medallist Manu Bhaker’s name is reportedly absent from the list of sportspersons nominated for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award. India’s two-time Paris Olympics medallist Manu Bhaker’s name is reportedly absent from the list of sportspersons nominated for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award. “Tell me, Do I deserve Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award? …

No Khel Ratna for Manu Bhaker? Officials say Paris Olympics double medallist ‘didn’t apply’; family reacts
3 months ago

No Khel Ratna for Manu Bhaker? Officials say Paris Olympics double medallist ‘didn’t apply’; family reacts

Live Mint  

In a surprising move, Paris Olympics double medallist Manu Bhaker isn't among the sportspersons nominated for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, according to reports. According to a Times of India report, sports ministry officials stated that Manu Bhaker didn't apply for the country's highest sporting honour, the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. Harmanpreet, Praveen among Khel Ratna …

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 …

With gold in Paris, Dharambir fulfils his mentor’s dream
6 months, 2 weeks ago

With gold in Paris, Dharambir fulfils his mentor’s dream

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: As Dharambir and Pranav Soorma rang the bell inside the Stade de France on Wednesday night after scripting a 1-2 finish for India in F51 club throw at the Paris Paralympics, a third person next to them looking on wore a smile just as wide. On Teachers’ Day, there could be no greater way to celebrate than Dharambir’s gold …

Watch: Remembering Dhyan Chand | National Sports Day
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Watch: Remembering Dhyan Chand | National Sports Day

The Hindu  

August 29 is a day that holds a special place in the hearts of sports enthusiasts across India. It is celebrated as National Sports Day, dedicated to the memory of the legendary hockey player, Major Dhyan Chand, a name that is synonymous with excellence in sports, a name that transcended the boundaries of the field to inspire generations—a man whose …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Abhishek Bachchan's video hugging Neeraj Chopra after his historic win at Paris Olympics goes viral
7 months, 1 week 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 …

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 …

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 …

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 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 Loses Paris Olympics Gold Medal To Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem, Bags Silver
7 months, 2 weeks 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 …

India pins hope on Neeraj Chopra to bring home gold, repeat his Tokyo heroics: ‘He’s ready to make history again’
7 months, 2 weeks ago

India pins hope on Neeraj Chopra to bring home gold, repeat his Tokyo heroics: ‘He’s ready to make history again’

Hindustan Times  

Neeraj Chopra started his Paris Olympics 2024 journey with a bang and stormed into the javelin final with an 89.34m throw in Paris. Fans are confident that Neeraj Chopra will bring home gold in the ongoing 2024 Paris Olympics. If Neeraj Chopra wins today, it will not only add a gold medal to India’s list of Olympic wins but also …

Asli cheez abhi baaki hai: Neeraj after making javelin final
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Asli cheez abhi baaki hai: Neeraj after making javelin final

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru: Neeraj Chopra needed just one throw to sail into the final. A season’s best of 89.34m in his first attempt saw the 26-year-old reigning Olympic and world champion comfortably top the qualification for the August 8 final javelin at the Paris Olympics. The other Indian in the fray, Asian Games silver medallist from Odisha Kishore Jena – whose best …

Neeraj Chopra Qualifies For Paris Olympics 2024 Javelin Final With Season-Best Throw Of 89.34m - WATCH
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Neeraj Chopra Qualifies For Paris Olympics 2024 Javelin Final With Season-Best Throw Of 89.34m - WATCH

ABP News  

Neeraj Chopra qualified for the finals in the men’s Javelin at the Paris Olympics 2024 with a remarkable first throw of 89.34 metres in the Qualification Round Group B on August 6. ALSO ON ABP Live | Pro Kabaddi League Season 11 Auction Date Announced, Retained Players List Revealed Watch Neeraj Chopra's 89.34m Throw Below: Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem Follows Chopra …

Neeraj Chopra warms up for Paris Olympics with gold at Paavo Nurmi Games, upstages Germany's Dehning with 85.97m throw
9 months ago

Neeraj Chopra warms up for Paris Olympics with gold at Paavo Nurmi Games, upstages Germany's Dehning with 85.97m throw

Hindustan Times  

Before announcing his arrival in Finland on Tuesday, Neeraj Chopra recorded his only appearance at the Paavo Nurmi Games in 2022. Two years later, the Olympic and world champion javelin thrower resumed the Summer Games build-up with a stellar show at the Paavo Nurmi Games in Turku. India's Neeraj Chopra in action The lone Indian in the field was up …

Paris 2024: Neeraj Chopra wins gold at Paavo Nurmi Games as he prepares to defend Olympic title
9 months ago

Paris 2024: Neeraj Chopra wins gold at Paavo Nurmi Games as he prepares to defend Olympic title

The Hindu  

Neeraj Chopra clinched gold medal in men’s javelin throw at Paavo Nurmi Games, a World Athletics Continental Tour event, with 85.97m in Turku, Finland on Tuesday. Locked in 🔐 Olympic and world champ @Neeraj_chopra1 secures his win in Turku with a throw at 85.97 💪#ContinentalTourGoldpic.twitter.com/liBsllvyhL — World Athletics June 18, 2024 Finland’s Toni Keränen took silver with a new personal …

Neeraj Chopra wins Gold in Paavo Nurmi Games 2024 for first time on his Javelin return ahead of Olympics 2024
9 months ago

Neeraj Chopra wins Gold in Paavo Nurmi Games 2024 for first time on his Javelin return ahead of Olympics 2024

India TV News  

India's Olympic Gold medallist Neeraj Chopra has marked his Javelin return in style as the 26-year-old bagged the Gold medal at the Paavo Nurmi Games 2024 in Finland on Tuesday, June 18. His throw of 85.97m in the third attempt was enough for the reigning Olympic champion to clinch the Gold in Finland. This throw was enough for all the …

"Haven't reached my best yet, not satisfied with my throw...": Neeraj Chopra
9 months, 1 week ago

"Haven't reached my best yet, not satisfied with my throw...": Neeraj Chopra

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Olympic and World champion Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra feels that he has not reached his peak yet and revealed the throw eight years back which is the only throw that has ever left him satisfied in his career. ": Neeraj Chopra Neeraj exhibited the basics of throwing a javelin to former Indian cricketer Dinesh Karthik on …

Book Review: The Neeraj Chopra Story - An earnest attempt to document history
9 months, 1 week 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 clinches Gold at 2024 Federation Cup; Kishore Jena fails to impress again
10 months, 1 week ago

Neeraj Chopra clinches Gold at 2024 Federation Cup; Kishore Jena fails to impress again

India TV News  

India's ace athlete Neeraj Chopra claimed Gold in the men's javelin event at the Federation Cup 2024 on Wednesday. Having played in the Doha Diamond League 2024 last week, Neeraj did not push himself for his best efforts as he only started preparing for the Paris Olympic Games last month. Kishore also struggled in the recent Doha Diamond League 2024 …

Neeraj Chopra: It’s hard to believe Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem is struggling to get a new javelin
1 year ago

Neeraj Chopra: It’s hard to believe Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem is struggling to get a new javelin

The Hindu  

India’s Neeraj Chopra expressed astonishment that his rival Arshad Nadeem of Pakistan is struggling to get a new javelin, given his standing in the world of athletics. Pakistan’s ace javelin exponent Nadeem won the 2022 Commonwealth Games gold in Birmingham with a massive 90.18m throw. READ | IOA dissolves ad-hoc committee after successful olympic wrestling qualifiers selection trials, WFI to …

Khel Ratna award is truly special: Satwik
1 year, 3 months ago

Khel Ratna award is truly special: Satwik

The Hindu  

Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award is truly special, and getting it ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics is equally significant and a huge morale-booster, said R. Satiwiksairaj, after he and his doubles partner Chirag Shetty, were formally named to receive the prestigious award on Wednesday. We feel it is a recognition of our achievements certainly, and we give credit to …

National Sports Awards 2023: Khel Ratna confirmed for Satwik-Chirag; Shami among 26 Arjuna Award recipients
1 year, 3 months ago

National Sports Awards 2023: Khel Ratna confirmed for Satwik-Chirag; Shami among 26 Arjuna Award recipients

Firstpost  

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty won gold at the Hangzhou Asian Games while Mohammed Shami was the leading wicket-taker in the ICC World Cup. Ace badminton men’s doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty are set to be bestowed with the prestigious Khel Ratna Award while India pacer Mohammed Shami is among the 26 recipients of the Arjuna Award. Here’s …

Jyothi Surekha not recommended for Khel Ratna Award leaves father, Surendra, “disappointed”
1 year, 3 months ago

Jyothi Surekha not recommended for Khel Ratna Award leaves father, Surendra, “disappointed”

The Hindu  

It is disgusting to see that Jyothi Surekha’s name doesn’t figure in the list of athletes recommended for the Maj. Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award by the Union Sports Ministry, said the ace woman archer’s father-cum-mentor V. Surendra in a statement on Wednesday. “It is disappointing that Surekha who has the rare distinction of winning a medal every year in …

Mohammed Shami nominated for Arjuna Award, Satwik-Chirag for Khel Ratna
1 year, 3 months ago

Mohammed Shami nominated for Arjuna Award, Satwik-Chirag for Khel Ratna

The Hindu  

Pacer Mohammed Shami, one of the architects of India’s near successful World Cup campaign, has been nominated for this year’s Arjuna Award, while men’s doubles badminton pair of Satwik Sairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty were selected for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. They include men’s hockey players Krishan Bahadur Pathak and Sushila Chanu, archers Ojas Pravin Deotale and …

Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra hungry for more Olympic glory in 2024
1 year, 3 months ago

Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra hungry for more Olympic glory in 2024

Al Jazeera  

Chopra talks to Al Jazeera about his ‘rollercoaster’ year, his passion for the javelin, and his dreams for Paris 2024. Doha, Qatar – From growing up on a farm in northern India, to picking up a javelin aged 13, and winning Olympic and world titles by the age of 25: the phrase “meteoric rise” has never felt so apt when …

Neeraj Chopra: Throwing 90 metres a target but will take one step at a time
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Neeraj Chopra: Throwing 90 metres a target but will take one step at a time

The Hindu  

Indian athletes are fearless now and can take on the best in the world as there is a lot of self-belief in their capabilities, said Neeraj Chopra, the reigning Olympic, World and Asian Games javelin throw champion. “It is also because of the great support from the Sports Authority of India, the Governments and a lot of corporate groups coming …

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