National Open Athletics C'ships: Young spearmen ready to follow in Neeraj's footsteps
3 years, 5 months ago

National Open Athletics C'ships: Young spearmen ready to follow in Neeraj's footsteps

The Hindu  

He is lean and tall and has a sort of lost look about him. But Sahil Silwal could be the future of Indian javelin throw, the best of the rest behind Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra. “The sidewinds and headwinds at Warangal affected the throwers,” said Kashinath Naik, the 2010 Commonwealth Games bronze medallist and a former assistant national javelin coach who had worked with Neeraj, Shivpal and Annu Rani earlier. “Sahil has good height too, he may come good in the next Asian Games and he can be groomed for the 2024 Paris Olympics.” 'Extraordinary talent' But it will be unfair to compare the youngsters with Neeraj. “I've been with Jaiveer for a year, am comfortable with his technique and plan,” said Sahil who went to Finland and South Africa with Neeraj earlier and is likely to join the Army soon.

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The grit, grind, and the gold: The Navdeep Singh story
2 weeks, 3 days ago

The grit, grind, and the gold: The Navdeep Singh story

The Hindu  

New Delhi’s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium is roughly three kilometres from Jangpura, a neighbourhood in South Delhi. Neeraj’s gold medal at the 2016 Under-20 World Championships piqued his interest, prompting him to move to New Delhi. Navdeep Singh celebrates with his gold medal in the men’s javelin throw F41 event at the 2024 Paris Paralympics. Tokyo setback to Paris triumph Navdeep …

Meet 6’ 5” gold-medallist Sachin Yadav — the next big thing in Indian javelin
1 month 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 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-organised javelin event gets World Athletics president endorsement
2 months 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, 1 week 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, 1 week ago

Neeraj Chopra to star in international javelin event at home

Hindustan Times  

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

Neeraj Chopra blames injury issues for losing to Arshad Nadeem at Paris Olympics: ‘The pain I am bearing…’
2 months, 1 week 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 …

National Junior Athletics Championships 2024: AFI puts restrictions in few events for the first time to discourage early specialisation
3 months, 1 week ago

National Junior Athletics Championships 2024: AFI puts restrictions in few events for the first time to discourage early specialisation

The Hindu  

Several up-and-coming athletes, including under-20 National record holder pole vaulter Dev Meena and South Asian junior championships silver medallist 100m hurdler Sabita Toppo, promise quality action in the 39 th National junior athletics championships starting here on Saturday. For the first time, the meet will see restrictions in a few events for under-14, under-16 and under-18 athletes as the Athletics …

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

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

Firstpost  

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

Neeraj Chopra to head to South Africa for off-season training later this month
4 months, 1 week 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 …

Neeraj Chopra says injury is fine now, next big target is the 2025 World Championship
5 months, 2 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 will throw 93m in one or two years: Legendary para-athlete Devendra Jhajharia
6 months, 2 weeks ago

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

Hindustan Times  

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

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

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

The Hindu  

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

Neeraj Chopra aims for bigger returns post silver medal in Paris Olympics, says ’No comparison with a gold medal’
6 months, 3 weeks 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 …

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

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

The Hindu  

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

India pins hope on Neeraj Chopra to bring home gold, repeat his Tokyo heroics: ‘He’s ready to make history again’
7 months, 1 week 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, 1 week 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 spearheads India's gold quest at Paris Olympics: Arshad, Vadlejch stand in way of javelin world champion
7 months, 1 week ago

Neeraj Chopra spearheads India's gold quest at Paris Olympics: Arshad, Vadlejch stand in way of javelin world champion

Hindustan Times  

It's time for India to rally behind its biggest medal hope at the Paris Olympics. World champion Neeraj Chopra will launch his bid for a second successive Olympic gold at the monumental Stade de France as the javelin superstar defends his crown in the men's event of the Summer Games on Tuesday. The reigning world champion and Tokyo Olympics gold …

Paris Olympics 2024: Neeraj Chopra, India’s sole defending champion, eyes back-to-back gold
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024: Neeraj Chopra, India’s sole defending champion, eyes back-to-back gold

Hindustan Times  

Neeraj Chopra was the star of India's Tokyo Olympics campaign, as he became only the second individual gold medallist from India, and also the first to do so in track and field. But let's get one thing straight, Neeraj was expected to challenge for a medal, but nobody predicted him to clinch gold. The signs of something happening was evident …

Returning Neeraj wins in Paavo Nurmi Games
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Returning Neeraj wins in Paavo Nurmi Games

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: With about six weeks remaining for the Paris Olympics, Neeraj Chopra seems to be getting into his best strides. The Olympic and world champion managed to throw 85.97m to lead the javelin competition at the Paavo Nurmi Games in Turku, Finland on Tuesday. After opening the season with a second finish in the Doha Diamond League where he touched …

Neeraj Chopra warms up for Paris Olympics with gold at Paavo Nurmi Games, upstages Germany's Dehning with 85.97m throw
8 months, 3 weeks 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
8 months, 3 weeks 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
8 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Neeraj Chopra set to resume Olympic build-up at Paavo Nurmi Games in Finland
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Neeraj Chopra set to resume Olympic build-up at Paavo Nurmi Games in Finland

The Hindu  

Forced into a short break to mend a niggle, Olympic and world champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra will return to competitive action at the Paavo Nurmi Games in Turku on June 18 against a stellar field, hoping to continue his build-up to Paris Games with renewed vigour. Chopra had withdrawn from last month's Ostrava Golden Spike as a precautionary measure …

National Youth Athletics Championships: Neeru breaks girls’ 400m national record
9 months ago

National Youth Athletics Championships: Neeru breaks girls’ 400m national record

The Hindu  

Neeru Pathak broke the girls’ 400m under-18 National record of former Asian junior champion Rezoana Mallick Heena while winning the gold at the 19th National youth athletics championships in Bilaspur on Sunday. Meanwhile, Odisha’s Bapi Hansda, who had missed the recent under-20 Asians in Dubai, bettered the boys’ 400m meet record clocking 47.12s and also made the cut for the …

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

Neeraj Chopra clinches Gold at 2024 Federation Cup; Kishore Jena fails to impress again
10 months 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 vows to win next DL meeting after finishing close second in Doha
10 months ago

Neeraj Chopra vows to win next DL meeting after finishing close second in Doha

Hindustan Times  

Olympic and world champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra vowed to go one step ahead in the next Diamond League meeting after finishing a close second during the Doha leg here. Neeraj Chopra, of India, makes an attempt in the men's javelin throw during the Diamond League athletics meet at the Qatar Sports Club stadium Chopra finished second at the Doha …

India Open Jumps | Nayana bags long jump gold with personal best mark
11 months, 3 weeks ago

India Open Jumps | Nayana bags long jump gold with personal best mark

The Hindu  

Kerala’s Nayana James recorded a personal best mark, leaping 6.67m to secure the women’s long jump gold at the 3rd Indian Open Jumps Competition held at the Anju Bobby George Foundation here on Wednesday. On a day when no athlete threatened the 2024 Paris Olympics qualification mark, the 28-year-old’s effort stood out, coming nearly seven years after her previous best …

Neeraj Chopra: It’s hard to believe Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem is struggling to get a new javelin
11 months, 3 weeks 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 …

'Greatest Respect for Neeraj Chopra': Javelin Throw Sensation Max Dehning Looking Forward to Competing Against India Superstar
1 year ago

'Greatest Respect for Neeraj Chopra': Javelin Throw Sensation Max Dehning Looking Forward to Competing Against India Superstar

News 18  

Max Dehning has made waves following his stunning performance at the German Winter Throwing Championships last week by becoming the youngest in men’s javelin throw history to cross the magical mark of 90m. “I haven’t met Neeraj Chopra yet, but it would definitely be very cool if I could meet him,” Dehning told Sportstar. I will give my best at …

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 …

'Want to see us becoming a javelin superpower': Neeraj Chopra talks India's emergence at global events during HTLS 2023
1 year, 4 months ago

'Want to see us becoming a javelin superpower': Neeraj Chopra talks India's emergence at global events during HTLS 2023

Hindustan Times  

India's ‘golden boy’, Neeraj Chopra, enjoyed a terrific 2023 season, as he won his first World Championships title, and followed it with Diamond League and Asian Games triumph. While the 90m mark eluded Neeraj, India's star javelin thrower continued to extend his dominance in the sport despite a brief injury setback mid-way into the season earlier this year. However, Neeraj …

Sumit Antil: After Neeraj bhaiya’s win, I had to leave a golden mark in javelin
1 year, 4 months ago

Sumit Antil: After Neeraj bhaiya’s win, I had to leave a golden mark in javelin

Hindustan Times  

Para athlete Sumit Antil recently scripted history by winning the first gold for India in men’s javelin throw F64 with 73.29m at the recently concluded Asian Para Games 2023, in Hangzou. Back home in India now, the 25-year-old alumnus of Delhi University’s Ramjas College says, “Neeraj bhaiya’s win made me feel ‘I have to leave a golden mark of my …

Neeraj has potential to become a star as big as Bolt: Eaton
1 year, 5 months ago

Neeraj has potential to become a star as big as Bolt: Eaton

Hindustan Times  

It has been six years since Usain Bolt hung up his golden shoes, but the world of athletics is still searching for the next mega star who can take the sport to newer heights like the eight-time Olympic champion did. Many have suggested that six-time world champion Noah Lyles could be the star track and field is searching for — …

Athletics at Asian Games 2023 review: A field day in office for Indian athletes
1 year, 5 months ago

Athletics at Asian Games 2023 review: A field day in office for Indian athletes

The Hindu  

A few days before the start of the track and field competition at the Asian Games, Adille Sumariwala, the president of the Athletics Federation of India, had indicated just how confident the team was. Slice of history: Vithya Ramraj, who won a bronze in the women’s 400m hurdles clocked an impressive 55.42 in the heats, equalling the national record set …

'Jena and I will do it together' - Javelin ace Neeraj Chopra targets elite 90m throw in future
1 year, 5 months ago

'Jena and I will do it together' - Javelin ace Neeraj Chopra targets elite 90m throw in future

India TV News  

India's javelin ace Neeraj Chopra revealed his future plan to join the elite 90m club after his historic success at the Asian Games 2023. Neeraj successfully defended his Gold at the Hangzhou Games while his compatriot Kishore Kumar Jena bagged Silver to display India's dominance in the men's javelin throw event. "In future I see two Indian javelin throwers joining …

Neeraj Chopra sees two Indian javelin throwers in the 90m club in the future soon
1 year, 5 months ago

Neeraj Chopra sees two Indian javelin throwers in the 90m club in the future soon

The Hindu  

Neeraj Chopra is very close to the 90m mark and with Kishore Kumar Jena also doing very well, the Olympic champion feels there could be two Indians going past that barrier. “In future, I see two Indian javelin throwers joining the 90m club,” said Neeraj during an Athletics Federation of India function to felicitate the Asian Games stars in New …

Neeraj Chopra: Throwing 90 metres a target but will take one step at a time
1 year, 5 months ago

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 …

Glad that I am able to inspire children to show interest in javelin, says Neeraj Chopra
1 year, 5 months ago

Glad that I am able to inspire children to show interest in javelin, says Neeraj Chopra

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 champion. “It is also because of the great support from the Sports Authority of India, the Governments and a lot of corporate groups coming forward …

Neeraj Chopra vs Arshad Nadeem in javelin throw at Asian Games 2023 — expect fireworks and then a handshake
1 year, 5 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 …

No Neeraj Chopra vs Arshad Nadeem in Asian Games 2023 javelin as Pakistani thrower pulls out due to injury
1 year, 5 months ago

No Neeraj Chopra vs Arshad Nadeem in Asian Games 2023 javelin as Pakistani thrower pulls out due to injury

The Hindu  

Arshad Nadeem, Pakistan’s top Javelin thrower, has pulled out of the Asian Games 2023 in Hangzhou due to a persistent knee injury. Nadeem was touted to be Neeraj Chopra’s main rival and looked all set to participate in the Javelin throw finals on Wednesday. Nadeem finished second to Neeraj Chopra in the World Athletics Championship in Budapest, Hungary, and created …

Asian Games 2023: Anju Bobby George predicts 'huge haul of medals' in athletics
1 year, 5 months ago

Asian Games 2023: Anju Bobby George predicts 'huge haul of medals' in athletics

Firstpost  

For the young athletes who will take part in the Asian Games for the first time, Anju Bobby George advised them to view it as a stepping stone towards the Olympics and World Championships. Anju Bobby George, who created history when she clinched a bronze medal at the 2003 World Championships in Paris, feels that the Indian contingent is set …

Who is Neha Thakur? Indian sailor who won Silver medal in Asian Games 2023?
1 year, 5 months ago

Who is Neha Thakur? Indian sailor who won Silver medal in Asian Games 2023?

India TV News  

India opened its Day three medal account at the Asian Games in Hangzhou courtesy of a stunning show by sailor Neha Thakur. Meanwhile, let us know more about Neha Thakur who has created history by bagging a silver medal for India in Sailing. Minister of Earth Sciences, India and Member of Parliament, Arunachal Pradesh, Kiren Rijuju lauded Neha Thaku for …

Asian Games: Hoping for a field day on track
1 year, 5 months ago

Asian Games: Hoping for a field day on track

Hindustan Times  

By sheer volume, athletics stands a cut above the rest in terms of medals by sport for India at the Asian Games. Although with some changes in personnel, all of India's three 4x400m relay teams secured medals at the 2018 Asian Games and the 2023 Asian Championships, including the mixed team gold in both. The country’s other five gold medallists …

Asian Games 2022: Top 10 Indian medal prospects
1 year, 5 months ago

Asian Games 2022: Top 10 Indian medal prospects

The Hindu  

Asian Games 2023 is set to be held in Hangzhou, China, from September 23 to October 8. | Photo Credit: M VEDHAN/The Hindu The Indian men’s hockey team will look to put behind the disappointment of a bronze medal from Jakarta 2018 and win gold this time as the Asian Games winner is given direct entry into the Olympics. Rohan …

'No Comparison Between My Time and Now': IOA Chief PT Usha Reflects on Leaps Made by Indian Athletics - News18
1 year, 6 months ago

'No Comparison Between My Time and Now': IOA Chief PT Usha Reflects on Leaps Made by Indian Athletics - News18

News 18  

The Indian track and field unit has made gigantic strides in their respective fields over the last couple of years and the same has been reflected on the international stage with the athletes representing the nation bringing in laurels at various levels. In an exclusive with News18, IOA President and legendary Indian Olympian PT Usha, a superstar athlete in her …

Focused on Asian Games, world champion Neeraj Chopra recalls grand gesture for Nadeem after Zurich Diamond League
1 year, 6 months ago

Focused on Asian Games, world champion Neeraj Chopra recalls grand gesture for Nadeem after Zurich Diamond League

Hindustan Times  

Train, compete and repeat. Neeraj Chopra was crowned the javelin world champion after India's ‘golden boy’ produced the best throw of 88.17m in the World Athletics Championships final in Budapest. Four days after striking a historic gold in the World Championships, Neeraj plied his trade in the Zurich Diamond League on Thursday. With the Eugene Diamond League final and the …

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