In a landmark moment for Indian sports, the Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025 — the country’s first international javelin competition — is set to take centre stage at Bengaluru’s Sree Kanteerava Stadium on Saturday.
Zelezny, the Czech great, who still holds the world record in javelin (98.48 metres), urged Neeraj to shift his focus from sheer power to effortless rhythm.
Two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra turned a fan’s humble plea into a dream come true by offering him a “full VVIP experience” and accommodation for the Neeraj Chopra Classic on July 5 at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru.
Despite fulfilling his childhood dream of winning the Golden Spike tournament title, two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra isn’t satisfied with his performance late on Tuesday night.
“I feel good, but I don't want to put any pressure on myself for 90m. But I'll try really hard. I've already thrown 90m this year after a little bit more improvement in technique. So let's see when it comes next time, but I am ready,” Chopra said.
Double Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra is set to begin training under his new coach, Jan Železný, a three-time Olympic and World Champion and the current world record holder in javelin.
Double Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra is set to travel to Potchefstroom, South Africa later in November for training in order to begin preparations for next year’s events, the sports ministry which will be funding the 31-day stay, confirmed on Friday.
Neeraj, who won a gold medal in the men's javelin throw in the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, had revealed that he participated in Brussels with a fractured fourth metacarpal in his left hand.
Following his second-place finish in the Diamond League Final, Neeraj Chopra took to social media to reflect on his 2024 campaign. One of India’s leading athletes, the 26-year-old also revealed he participated in Brussels with a fractured fourth metacarpal in his left hand.
Ace Indian javelin throw athlete Neeraj Chopra finished in second position in Brussels with a best throw of 87.86m at the Diamond League Final, on Sunday.
