Arshad Nadeem

April 25, 2025 10:45 AM

My country’s interests will always come first: Neeraj Chopra breaks silence on criticism for inviting Arshad Nadeem to ‘NC Classic’

India’s ace javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has hit back at critics and trolls who targeted him and his family for inviting Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem to participate in the Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025, set to be held at Bengaluru's Kanteerava Stadium on May 24. During a press conference on Monday, Chopra said that he had sent an invitation to Paris 2024 Olympics gold medalist Arshad for the NC Classic, a one-day javelin throw event. In the comments section, the 27-year-old faced heavy backlash ...

Paris Olympics: Neeraj Chopra qualifies for men’s javelin final with massive throw of 89.34 m

Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has secured his place in the final of the javelin throw event at the Paris Olympics, marking a significant achievement with a throw of 89.34 meters during the qualification round. Chopra’s performance in Group-B surpassed the required 84-meter mark for direct entry into the final. Chopra, who clinched the gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics, is now a strong contender for another podium finish. Chopra's first attempt was his all-time second-best throw at a me...