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Surprise pick! Neeraj Chopra thinks this Indian cricketer could dominate javelin too- Watch | Cricket News

[ad_1] India’s Neeraj Chopra (PTI Photo/Ravi Choudhary) Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra identified Indian cricket team‘s fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah as having the potential to excel in javelin throw during a special segment on Star Sports hosted by Navjot Singh Sidhu. The two-time Olympic gold medalist made this assessment based on the physical attributes and techniques […]

No 90m but Neeraj Chopra wins Paris Diamond League for first major crown of 2025

[ad_1] There was no 90-metre magic but Neeraj Chopra claimed his first title of the 2025 season with a win at the Paris Diamond League on Friday, June 20. Neeraj secured the win with his first attempt of 88.16 m as it was enough to keep Julian Weber’s challenge at bay. Neeraj could only get […]

Neeraj Chopra issues fiery warning after epic throw: ‘I can throw more than 90m’ | More sports News

[ad_1] Neeraj Chopra (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: It was a “bitter-sweet” outing for Neeraj Chopra at the Doha Diamond League, where he finally breached the elusive 90m mark but still had to settle for second place. The 27-year-old Indian javelin star, who has battled a persistent groin injury in recent years, looked back in […]

In stats: Neeraj Chopra throws 90.23m, becomes 25th athlete to cross 90m barrier in javelin

[ad_1] India’s star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra finally breached the elusive 90m mark with a stunning throw of 90.23m, but had to settle for second place behind Germany’s Julian Weber in a dramatic men’s javelin contest at the Doha leg of the prestigious Diamond League Meeting on Friday. With his third-round effort, Neeraj became the […]

Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa wins maiden Grand Chess Tour event in Romania, Gukesh finishes 6th

[ad_1] May 16, 2025, ended on a historic note for Indian sports fans. Javelin star Neeraj Chopra breached the 90-metre mark for the first time in his career. The Indian won a silver medal in the Diamond League in Doha, Qatar’s capital. History was also made around the same time in Bucharest, some 4200 kilometres […]

Neeraj Chopra Blunt About Relationship With Arshad Nadeem Amid India-Pakistan Border Tension: “Not…”

[ad_1] Neeraj Chopra and Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem are two of the brightest javelin throwers in the world. Both are Olympic gold medallists and their duel at the Paris Olympics was widely followed across the world. On the eve of the Diamond League in Doha, the two-time Olympic medallist, and reigning world champion, sought […]

Inaugural Neeraj Chopra Classic postponed amid escalating border tensions | More sports News

[ad_1] Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra has announced the postponement of the inaugural NC Classic, citing the prevailing national security situation and prioritising the safety and well-being of all stakeholders. The decision was shared via his official Twitter handle on Friday.“In the light of the current situation the inaugural edition of the NC classic stands postponed […]

‘You don’t need to prove your patriotism’: Yogeshwar Dutt in support of Neeraj Chopra after social media abuse | Off the field News

[ad_1] File photos of Olympic medallists Yogeshwar Dutt (L) and Neeraj Chopra (R). Former India wrestler Yogeshwar Dutt came out in support of javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on Saturday, a day after the two-time Olympic medallist issued a strongly-worded statement at social media abuse. In a post, Chopra said he had been bombarded with “hate […]

Dalilah Muhammad welcomes the advent of Grand Slam Track

[ad_1] Dalilah Muhammad says events like the Grand Slam Track give athletes more opportunities. | Photo Credit: SUDHAKARA JAIN The Grand Slam Track, a professional track and field league, intends to boost the profile of the sport. The event, the brainchild of former sprinter Michael Johnson, offers prize money substantially greater than what athletes receive […]

Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem Declines Neeraj Chopra Invitation For Classic Javelin Event In India. Reason Is…

[ad_1] File photo of Arshad Nadeem and Neeraj Chopra© AFP Pakistan’s Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem on Wednesday said he has declined Neeraj Chopra’s invitation to compete in the NC Classic javelin event in Bengaluru on May 24 as that will clash with his training schedule for the upcoming Asian Athletics Championships. Nadeem, however, […]