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Paris Olympics: German sports campus boosts hopes and dreams

The sprawling facility in Saarland, the most 'French' state in these parts, gives athletes a taste of what to expect at the Games

The Times of India

From cattle herder to Hollywood star, India's tryst at the Olympics

India's journey at the Olympics has been marked by both struggles and triumphs, evolving significantly over the years. India's performance at the Olympics has improved over the years, with more focus on training, infrastructure, and support for athletes. India's journey at the Olympics reflects a story of resilience, perseverance, and…

The Times of India

Indian contingent for Paris Olympics includes 24 armed forces' personnel, maiden participation of female athletes from Services

Neeraj Chopra, the gold medalist from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, is one of the 24 armed forces personnel who will represent India at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The Indian contingent, consisting of 117 athletes, will compete in the global event starting from July 26.

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Paris Olympics 2024: Ledecky vs Titmus – five biggest rivalries to watch

From the women’s swimming events to men’s javelin throw, Al Jazeera picks out the top five rivalries to watch at Paris.

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Neeraj Chopra lives in the moment and is remarkably consistent: AFI chief Sumariwalla

NEW DELHI: Neeraj Chopra, the Olympic gold medallist, possesses a unique ability to remain focused on the present and maintain an exceptional level of consistency in his javelin throws, according to Adille Sumariwalla, the Athletics Federation of India chief. These qualities distinguish him from other top javelin throwers worldwide.

The Times of India

When Neeraj Chopra inspired Kishore Jena to 'Go for Paris': The heartwarming backstory

Kishore Jena, fondly addressed as 'Jena Babu' whenever he is throwing spears in and around his home state Odisha, built his javelin career under the shadow of Olympic and world champion Neeraj Chopra -- until his beaming image standing beside his idol, Neeraj, on the Hangzhou Asian Games podium introduced…

The Times of India

EXCLUSIVE | Neeraj Chopra will create history; India will better Tokyo's record at Paris Olympics: Leander Paes

NEW DELHI: India's javelin star Neeraj Chopra aims to make history with back-to-back Olympic gold medals. He clinched the gold with a throw of 87.58 meters at the Tokyo Olympics.

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'Remember their faces': Virat Kohli says good luck to Indian athletes for Paris Olympics - Watch

NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli, the current Indian cricket superstar, has appealed to the country's supporters to back the country's Olympic team. He wants them to accompany the athletes as "they inch closer to the podium with dogged determination" in the quadrennial extravaganza that starts in Paris from July 26.

The Times of India

Paris Olympics: Neeraj Chopra's fitness speculation laid to rest

NEW DELHI: All of the Indian competitors competing in the Paris Olympics, including star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, were deemed "fit enough" by renowned sports medicine specialist Dr. Dinshaw Pardiwala on Sunday to take the stage when the quadrennial spectacle begins on July 26.

The Times of India

Neeraj Chopra's mother responds to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'churma' request

Saroj Devi, the mother of India's Olympic gold medallist javelin-thrower Neeraj Chopra, has said she will prepare a special 'churma' for Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the PM expressed his desire to taste the home-made version of the delicacy during a recent conversation with Chopra ahead of the Paris Olympics…

The Times of India

Neeraj Chopra leads India's top 10 medal hopes at Paris 2024 Olympics

It's under one month when the 2024 Paris Olympics will be declared open in the French Capital on July 26, as over 100 Indian athletes will try to achieve Olympic glory by finishing on the podium of the world's biggest sporting stage.

The Times of India

16 Indian athletes, 3 relay teams for Olympics

NAGPUR: A total of nine Indian athletes achieved the world rankings to qualify for the Paris Games after the World Athletics updated the list of qualifiers on Tuesday. After the provisional suspension of DP Manu in the men’s javelin throw event, eight athletes have qualified for the Games as per…

The Times of India

'Stay in the moment, keep...': Abhinav Bindra's million-dollar advice to Paris-bound Indian athletes

NEW DELHI: Abhinav Bindra, the first Indian to win an individual Olympic gold medal, is well-versed in managing the immense pressure that comes with competing on the grandest stage.

The Times of India

Neeraj Chopra opts out of Paris Diamond League: Report

NEW DELHI: Olympic and world champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has withdrawn from this Sunday's Paris Diamond League due to an adductor niggle that has been bothering him for the past few months, according to a report.

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Sports minister hopeful of India bettering its medals tally at Paris Olympics

NEW DELHI: Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya conveyed his confidence on Sunday regarding the Indian team's potential to establish new records at the forthcoming Olympic Games in Paris. He stressed that the government has placed significant emphasis on sports in recent years.

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Indian Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra bags gold at Paavo Nurmi Games

India's Neeraj Chopra won the Gold Medal in the Men's Javelin Throw Competition at the Paavo Nurmi Games 2024 athletics meet in Turku, Finland on Tuesday. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Times of India

Javelin star Neeraj Chopra claims gold at Paavo Nurmi Games

NEW DELHI: India's Olympic and world champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on Tuesday secured his maiden gold medal at the Paavo Nurmi Games in Turku, Finland upon his return to competition after a month-long break due to a minor injury.

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Neeraj Chopra to compete in Paavo Nurmi Games 2024

Reigning Olympic and world champion Neeraj Chopra will be in action in the men's javelin throw competition at the Paavo Nurmi Games 2024 athletics meet in Turku, Finland on Tuesday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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'I was pretty much surprised': Sharath Kamal on being named India's flagbearer at Paris Olympics

NEW DELHI: Seasoned table tennis player Sharath Kamal expressed his astonishment upon learning that he had been selected as India's flagbearer for the upcoming Paris Olympics. The decision came as a surprise to him, considering the presence of other notable athletes such as Neeraj Chopra, who clinched a gold medal…

The Times of India

'Chalo ho jayega Dinesh bhai': Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra encourages as Dinesh Karthik tries javelin throw - Watch

NEW DELHI: Following his retirement from the Indian Premier League (IPL) after Royal Challengers Bengaluru's elimination from the tournament, veteran wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik ventured into a new sport, javelin throw, in a viral video shared on social media platforms.

The Times of India

Neeraj Chopra clarifies missing Ostrava Golden Spike only a precautionary measure

NEW DELHI: Shortly after the Ostrava Golden Spike 2024 sports competition organisers said that Neeraj Chopra will be absent from the event due to a muscular injury, the Olympic gold winner and javelin thrower clarified that it is only a precautionary measure in an 'Olympic year.'

The Times of India

I don't see anybody really breaking my records: Usain Bolt

NEW DELHI: After eight years away from the Olympics, Usain Bolt will return.

The Hindu

My records not under threat for now, says Usain Bolt

Usain Bolt returns to Olympics as a spectator, confident his records are safe, excited to watch future stars.

The Times of India

Neeraj Chopra set to compete in Ostrava Golden Spike athletics meet on May 28

NEW DELHI: After securing a second-place finish at the Doha Diamond League and clinching gold at the Federation Cup, Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra is set to compete in his third event of the season at the Ostrava Golden Spike athletics meet on May 28 in Czechia.

The Times of India

Neeraj Chopra wins gold with 82.27m effort in his first event at home in three years

BHUBANESWAR: The buzz was back at the Kalinga stadium on Wednesday. The Federation Senior Athletics Championships concluded with the Neeraj Chopra show that saw the Olympic champion battle hot and humid conditions and a feeble challenge from his teammates to win the gold in javelin.

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