Neeraj Chopra

November 9, 2024 3:11 PM

Neeraj Chopra announces javelin legend Jan Zelezny as new coach

Double Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra on Saturday announced the start of an exciting new chapter in his career, partnering with javelin legend Jan Zelezny, who has joined as his new coach. Zelezny, a three-time Olympic and world champion and the current world record holder, has long been an idol for Chopra. “Growing up, I admired Jan’s technique and precision, spending a lot of time watching videos of him. He was the best in the sport for so many years, and I believe working with him will ...

September 16, 2024 4:27 PM

Paris Olympics: “I gave my best, but it was Arshad’s day”: Neeraj Chopra reflects on missing gold

Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, who earned a silver medal at the Paris Olympics, said on Friday that while he gave his best, it was Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem's day to win gold. Chopra said it was time to assess his performance and focus on future improvements. "We all feel happy whenever we win a medal for the country. It's time to improve the game now. We will sit and discuss and enhance our performance," Chopra told. Chopra said that the competition was tough and that every athlete has their da...

September 16, 2024 4:27 PM

Paris Olympics: PM Modi hails Neeraj Chopra as “excellence personified” after silver medal

As Neeraj Chopra secured the silver medal in the men's javelin throw at the Paris Olympics on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Indian athlete, calling him "excellence personified." Chopra, 26, fell short of retaining his gold medal, finishing with a best throw of 89.45 meters. Despite a strong performance on his second attempt, he struggled with four consecutive foul throws, which prevented him from winning gold. Chopra became the second male athlete from post-independence Ind...

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...

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...

September 16, 2024 5:52 PM

24 Service personnel among 117 Indian athletes taking part in Paris 2024 Olympics

24 Armed Forces personnel will be among the 117 Indian athletes competing at the Paris Olympics, set to begin on July 26. This representation highlights the military's commitment to sports excellence and national pride on the global stage. The Ministry of Defence announced that the contingent includes 22 male and, for the first time, two female service athletes. This marks a historic moment for women's participation from the Indian Armed Forces in the Olympic Games. Leading the charge is Subed...

May 9, 2024 3:56 PM

Olympics – Neeraj Chopra says belief key to success in Paris Games

Olympic and world javelin champion Neeraj Chopra said Indian athletes have shown they can compete with the European powerhouses of the event and that the key to success at the Paris Games is maintaining their self-belief. European athletes had won 15 of the last 16 gold medals in the men's event before Chopra threw 87.58 metres at the Tokyo Games in 2021 to become the first Asian man to win an Olympic javelin title. The 26-year-old will defend his crown at the July 26-Aug. 11 Games and will be...