In the not-so-distant past, Neeraj Chopra secured a silver accolade at the prestigious World Athletics Championship hosted in Eugene.
It was a moment reminiscent of Anju Bobby George’s groundbreaking achievement in the realm of long jump, marking India’s inaugural entry into the annals of the World Athletics Championships back in 2003, during the Paris edition.
Neeraj, the luminary who bequeathed India its maiden gold medal in the illustrious history of Olympic athletics, has etched another chapter of sporting history.
He now stands as the vanguard, the first Indian to ascend to the pinnacle of world championship glory.
Javelin throw witnessed an Indian contingent in full force, with D.P. accompanying Neeraj. In this remarkable journey, Manu and Kishore lent their unwavering support.
However, Neeraj’s initial moments were fraught with tension as he faltered in his very first attempt, sending shockwaves through the Indian spectators.
Yet, like a phoenix, Neeraj soared in his second throw, propelling the javelin to an astonishing 88.17 meters. This remarkable feat catapulted him beyond the reach of his seven rivals.
Neeraj held steadfast to his lead, consecrating it with a throw spanning 84.64 meters in the fourth attempt. The fifth throw saw an even better performance at 87.73 meters, followed closely by an 83.98-meter throw in the sixth, ensuring his dominance.
Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem clinched the silver medal with a formidable throw of 87.82 meters, while Jakub Valajak from the Czech Republic earned bronze honors with an impressive 86.67 meters.
India’s Kishor Jena secured a respectable fifth place with an 84.77-meter throw, and D.P. Manu landed in sixth, covering 84.14 meters. Granada’s Anderson Peters, a two-time world champion in the past, found himself out of form this year and failed to qualify.
Meanwhile, Neeraj soared to new heights, notching an 88.77-meter throw in the qualifiers, booking his ticket to the finals and securing a spot in the forthcoming Paris Olympics.
Neeraj Chopra gives India medals at World Athletics Arena:
Gold Medal – Neeraj Chopra, Javelin Throw, 2023 Budapest Championships.
Silver Medal – Neeraj Chopra, Javelin, 2022 Eugene Championship.
Bronze Medal – Anju Bobby George, Long Jump, 2003 Paris Championships.
The Tokyo Olympics’ golden sensation, Neeraj Chopra, has scripted yet another chapter of glory, etching India’s name in the annals of the World Athletics Championships history.
His triumphant performance in the men’s javelin event in Budapest, Hungary, has earned him the distinction of being the first Indian athlete to clinch gold in the four-decade history of this prestigious championship.
Neeraj’s throw, spanning an astonishing 88.17 meters, was nothing short of spectacular.
Furthermore, India rejoiced in securing its third medal in the illustrious history of the World Athletics Championships, while Neeraj Chopra himself etched his name into the annals as the first Indian to claim multiple medals at this global sporting extravaganza.
India’s golden prodigy, Neeraj Chopra, has now inscribed his name in the annals of history, transcending his Olympic triumph.
The bustling city of Budapest, Hungary, bore witness to his monumental achievement as he clinched India’s first-ever gold medal with a jaw-dropping throw spanning 88.17 meters.
