Doha Diamond League

May 17, 2025 9:39 AM

PM Modi hails Neeraj Chopra’s landmark 90m throw at Doha Diamond League

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra for breaching the 90-metre mark in javelin throw during the Doha Diamond League 2025. The Prime Minister praised Chopra for achieving his personal best with a throw of 90.23 metres, calling it a reflection of the athlete’s relentless dedication, discipline, and passion. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “A spectacular feat! Congratulations to Neeraj Chopra for breaching the 90 m mark at Doh...

May 17, 2025 8:29 AM

Neeraj Chopra breaks 90m barrier, finishes second

India’s Olympic gold medalist and world champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra delivered a historic performance at the Doha Diamond League on Friday, becoming the first Indian to cross the 90-metre mark in the sport. Despite the achievement, he finished second in the event following a remarkable final throw by Germany's Julian Weber. Chopra began his season on a high note, launching his first throw to a distance of 88.44 metres. Grenada’s Anderson Peters followed with 85.64m, and Trinid...

September 16, 2024 4:31 PM

Paris Olympics: Neeraj Chopra kickstarts his title defence in javelin throw

India's Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra is set to begin his title defense in the men's javelin throw at the Paris 2024 Olympics, starting with the qualification round on Tuesday. Chopra, 26, enters the competition as both the reigning Olympic and world champion. His season's best stands at 88.36m, achieved at the Doha Diamond League in May, while his national record of 89.94m was set at the Stockholm Diamond League in June 2022. The qualification round will determine the finalists for Thur...