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The Hindu
The Hindu
Sport
Diksha Munjal

Neeraj Chopra | A look at the achievements of the javelin champion

Congratulations poured in for Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra as he etched his name in another chapter of history by becoming the first male track and field athlete and only the second Indian to win a medal in the World Championships. The national record holder clinched a silver in the javelin throw final at the World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon, producing a best throw of 88.13m to finish second.

As the 24-year-old javelin throw champion gallops towards more milestones in his sporting career, here’s a look at his achievements so far:

Also read: Data | Neeraj Chopra’s national record javelin throw matched or surpassed only 3% times since 1986

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