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Neeraj Chopra Reacts To PM Narendra Modi's Message After Historic 90.23m Throw: "Hope To..."
Neeraj Chopra finally achieved a long-awaited milestone by becoming the first Indian javelin thrower to breach the 90m mark in an international competition. Neeraj came up with a sensational throw of 90.23m to achieve his personal best as well as the national record. However, it was not enough to clinch the win for him as he finished second behind Germany's Julian Weber (91.06m). PM Narendra Modi took to social media to congratulate him on his achievement. “A spectacular feat! Congratulations to Neeraj Chopra for breaching the 90 m mark at Doha Diamond League 2025 and achieving his personal best throw. This is the outcome of his relentless dedication, discipline and passion. India is elated and proud.”
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PM Narendra Modi's 'Spectacular' Reaction As Neeraj Chopra Breaches 90m mark For 1st Time
Neeraj Chopra achieved what had been a mental block for him over the years on Friday. After having won all that is there to be won - Olympics gold medal, World Championship, Commonwealth Games, Asian Games - Neeraj had one feat which eluded him over the years - the hallowed 90m mark, a gold standard in javelin throw. Finally, he achieved the mark with his third attempt at the Doha Diamond league. Neeraj, a two-time Olympic medallist, started strong with a world-leading throw of 88.44m at the Qatar Sports Club. After a foul in his second attempt, he came back with a stunning 90.23m throw on his third try, setting a new national record. His previous best was 89.94m, achieved in Stockholm Diamond League two years ago. Over time, Neeraj has had six throws in the range of 89m but had just missed the 90m milestone until now.
Neeraj Chopra Breaks Silence After Finishing 2nd Despite 90.23m Throw In Doha Diamond League: "Will Work..."
Neeraj Chopra finally breached the elusive 90m frontier with a 90.23m throw but the trailblazing Indian had to settle for a second place behind Germany's Julian Weber in a dramatic men's javelin contest at the Doha leg of the prestigious Diamond League Meeting series on Friday. The 27-year-old double Olympic medallist Indian sent his spear to 90.23m in his third attempt to join a list of javelin throwers, led by his current coach Jan Zelezny of Czechia, who had recorded 90m-plus efforts. He became the third Asian and 25th overall to achieve the feat. However, Weber turned the tables and took the top spot with his sixth and final throw, measuring 91.06m. Chopra was leading before Weber's final attempt.
Doha Diamond League 2025: Neeraj Chopra Javelin Throw LIVE Streaming - When And Where To Watch In India
Doha Diamond League 2025, Neeraj Chopra Javelin Throw LIVE Streaming: India's two-time Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra will be aiming to kickstart his bid for gold in the 2025 Diamond League as he participates in the men's javelin throw event at the Doha Diamond League. Neeraj will be competing among 11 participants in the javelin event. The event also features another Indian in the form of Kishore Jena. Czech Republic's Jakub Vadlejch and Grenada's Anderson Peters will be among the biggest competitors for Neeraj. However, Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem is not participating. Besides Neeraj and Kishore, India will have two other participants in the Doha Diamond League. Gulveer Singh will compete in the men's 5000m, while Parul Chaudhary will compete in the women's 3000m steeplechase.
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