Federation Cup 2024, Javelin Final Highlights: Neeraj Chopra Beats DP Manu To Bag Gold Medal With Throw Of...

15.05.2024 - 15:35 sports.ndtv.com

Federation Cup 2024 Highlights: Reigning Olympic and world champion Neeraj Chopra bagged the gold medal in the finals of men's javelin throw event at the Federation Cup 2024 on Wednesday.

The star javelin thrower registered a best throw of 82.27m on his fourth attempt to claim the top honour. DP Manu, who remained at the pole position till round three with a best throw of 82.06m, failed to overtake Neeraj later in the competition.

As per the reporters at the venue, Neeraj was seen involved in an animated chat with his coach on the sidelines. The star player marked his return in the Federation Cup after three years as he took the field at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubhaneshwar.

During his last appearance at the event, Neeraj had pulled off a throw of 87.80m to win gold medal in 2021. #Neeraj_Chopra trains at the #Bhubaneswar stadium @ndtv @ndtvindia @odisha_sports pic.twitter.com/HuWaUdjDF8

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