Javelin throw

September 16, 2024 4:30 PM

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...

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...