Neeraj Chopra
IndiaathleteMaleb. 19968.6Global Dominance: 0.01%Neeraj Chopra is an Indian javelin thrower and one of the most celebrated athletes in Indian sports history. Born on December 24, 1997, in Panipat, Haryana, he gained international fame for winning the gold medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, making him the first Indian to win an Olympic gold in athletics. A two-time World Championships medallist, Chopra is known for his exceptional talent and technique in javelin throw, consistently competing at the highest levels in various international meets. He has been under the mentorship of Czech javelin legend Jan Zelezny, focusing on refining his technique and preparing for major competitions, including the upcoming World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.
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Neeraj Chopra won the silver medal with a throw of 85.83 meters.
جیولن تھرو فائنل میں سری لنکا کے رومیش تھارانگا نے گولڈ میڈل جیت لیا
Pakistan· 2026-08-01
Neeraj Chopra, India's Olympic javelin champion, emphasizes that medals are decided on the day of competition, not before.
Quote of the day by Neeraj Chopra: "Medals are decided on the day, not before…" - why success is earned in the moment, not predicted in advance | Commonwealth Games NewsIndia· 2026-07-31
Neeraj Chopra will compete in the men's javelin throw final at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow.
Neeraj Chopra Commonwealth Games 2026 final: Date, time, live streaming, venue, start list and all you need to know | Commonwealth Games NewsIndia· 2026-07-31
Neeraj Chopra has become one of the strongest voices advocating athlete education regarding doping.
How India became the world's worst doping offender: A crisis threatening sports | Commonwealth Games NewsIndia· 2026-07-30
India's Neeraj Chopra is set for another eagerly anticipated javelin rivalry with Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem.
King Charles III opens 23rd Commonwealth Games in Glasgow as 74 nations begin 11-day sporting festival | Commonwealth Games NewsIndia· 2026-07-24
Neeraj Chopra was honoured at his pipping ceremony on Wednesday, marking his new role as Lieutenant Colonel (Honorary) in the Indian Army.
Watch: Neeraj Chopra conferred the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Indian Army | More sports NewsIndia· 2025-10-22
Neeraj Chopra struggled to a best attempt of 84.03m and finished eighth.
Back to the future as Walcott wins javelin gold in Tokyo
Guyana· 2025-09-19
Defending champion Neeraj Chopra was eighth with a throw of 84.03m.
T&T’s Walcott wins gold in javelin; Peters, LaFond, Richards earn silver medals | Sports
Jamaica· 2025-09-19
Neeraj Chopra, the reigning champion, faced injury struggles leading up to the javelin final.
Arshad ends 10th in post-surgery return as Walcott claims javelin gold - SportPakistan· 2025-09-19
Neeraj Chopra had a disappointing finish in the men's javelin final, marking his lowest performance since the Tokyo 2021 Olympics.
'I let you all down': Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem breaks down after World Championships heartbreak | More sports NewsIndia· 2025-09-18
India’s defending champion Chopra managed only 84.03m to finish eighth.
Keshorn Walcott captures javelin gold for TrinidadGuyana· 2025-09-18Sachin Yadav outshone compatriot Neeraj Chopra, who ended eighth with 84.03m.
Injuries, setbacks and breakthrough: Sachin Yadav’s javelin career hits new peak in Tokyo | More sports NewsIndia· 2025-09-18
Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra of India struggled to find his rhythm, finishing eighth with 84.03m.
Heartbreak for Julius Yego as ankle injury ends medal hopes in Tokyo Javelin final
Kenya· 2025-09-18Neeraj Chopra threw 83.65 meters in his first attempt.
ارشد ندیم میڈل کی دوڑ سے باہرPakistan· 2025-09-18
Neeraj Chopra is an Indian javelin thrower and Arshad Nadeem's competitor, known for their rivalry in the sport.
A year on from making Olympic history, Arshad set for tilt at world title - NewspaperPakistan· 2025-09-18
Neeraj Chopra is a gold favorite in the javelin throw final at the championships.
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Sweden· 2025-09-18
Neeraj Chopra finished one position below Arshad Nadeem with a throw of 84.85 meters.
ورلڈ ایتھلیٹکس میں ارشد ندیم نے فائنل کیلئے کوالیفائی کرلیاPakistan· 2025-09-17
Neeraj Chopra is an Indian javelin thrower and Arshad Nadeem's competitor in the upcoming javelin final.
Qualifiers will show where I stand, says Arshad Nadeem - NewspaperPakistan· 2025-09-17Chopra aims to join an elite group as the third male javelin thrower to defend a World Championships title.
No Neeraj Chopra! Two Indians to compete against Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem at World Championship: Here's why | More sports NewsIndia· 2025-09-16
Chopra became a national hero in India after his Tokyo gold, earning million-dollar endorsement deals.
Soured rivalry: India vs Pakistan as ‘brothers’ Chopra and Nadeem clash for world gold - SportPakistan· 2025-09-11
Arshad Nadeem mentioned his competition against India's Neeraj Chopra.
Arshad in good shape, eyes glory in Tokyo - NewspaperPakistan· 2025-09-10
Neeraj Chopra could be negatively affected if India refuses to play against a specific country in international events.
ایشیا کپ میں پاکستان کے ساتھ کھیلنے پر بی سی سی آئی کی وضاحتPakistan· 2025-09-06
Neeraj Chopra is the poster boy of Indian athletics and the first track-and-field athlete from India to win Olympic gold.
India’s Neeraj Chopra needs more than just consistency for another gold at the world championships - SportPakistan· 2025-09-04
Neeraj Chopra represented India and secured second place with a throw of 85.01 meters.
Sakslane uuendas Teemantliiga finaaletapil kahel korral maailma hooaja tippmarki
Estonia· 2025-08-29
Neeraj Chopra had to settle for a runner-up finish in the Diamond League Final for the third year in a row.
Diamond League Final: Neeraj Chopra settles for second as Julian Weber clinches maiden crown | More sports NewsIndia· 2025-08-29Neeraj Chopra also announced his withdrawal from the Diamond League after Arshad Nadeem.
ارشد ندیم کے بعد نیرج چوپڑا کا بھی ڈائمنڈ لیگ سے دستبرداری کا اعلانPakistan· 2025-08-10Neeraj Chopra is an Indian rival of Arshad Nadeem, having won a silver medal at the World Championships.
Arshad Nadeem focused on World Championships as post-surgery rehab mars upcoming competitions - SportPakistan· 2025-07-24
Nadeem is expected to compete against Neeraj Chopra at the Diamond League event in Silesia, Poland.
Pakistan's gold medallist Arshad Nadeem hits out at false promises: 'Every plot announcement was fake'India· 2025-07-17
Neeraj Chopra revealed his personal feelings about the sport and shared that it was his first time attending a Grand Slam tournament.
At Wimbledon, Neeraj Chopra reveals tennis player that inspires him; PBKS co-owner Preity Zinta also in attendance - watch videos | Tennis NewsIndia· 2025-07-14
Neeraj Chopra made a stylish appearance during the men’s final at Wimbledon.
Jannik Sinner vs Carlos Alcaraz: Look Who’s at Wimbledon! Neeraj Chopra makes a stylish appearance during men’s final | Tennis NewsIndia· 2025-07-13