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"His Hard Work Has Paid Off": Neeraj Chopra's Mother After Her Son Wins Silver At World Athletics Championships

After Neeraj Chopra scripted history by clinching the silver medal in the men's javelin throw final at the prestigious World Athletics Championships in Eugene, his mother stated she was certain that he would bring a medal home. Neeraj recorded a distance of 88.13m in his fourth attempt in the men's javelin throw final and secured the second position. A wave of celebration was visible in Neeraj's village in Panipat, where his family members along with other villagers, could be seen dancing and celebrating their son's achievement.

"Hopefully Will Be Fine": Neeraj Chopra On Feeling Discomfort In His Thigh

Neeraj Chopra once again made the country proud as he won a silver medal at the World Athletics Championships on Sunday after registering a throw of 88.13m in his fourth attempt. As a result, Chopra became the only second Indian -- and first Indian man to win a medal at the World Athletics Championships, after long jumper Anju Bobby George, who had won bronze in 2003. After the win, Neeraj addressed a virtual press conference where he spoke about his accomplishment.

"It Was A Long Wait": Anju Bobby George After Neeraj Chopra Becomes 2nd Indian To Win A Medal At World Athletics Championships

Star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra made history on Sunday as he became only the second Indian athlete to win a medal at the World Athletics Championships. Chopra won the silver medal in the men's javelin throw final with a best attempt of 88.13m. Grenada's Anderson Peters won the gold medal, while Jakub Vadlejch of Czech Republic won bronze. Former India long jumper Anju Bobby George, who had won the World Championships bronze back in 2003, congratulated Neeraj on the achievement, saying that it has been a long wait for a medal for India.

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World Athletics Championships: Canada stun US to win men's 4x100 relay gold

United States gold in the men's 4x100 metres relay on Saturday as Canada surged down the final straight to take the world title. The Americans looked set to retain their crown until the last changeover between Elijah Hall and Marvin Bracy, who lost time with a slow exchange. Canadian anchor Andre De Grasse did not waste the opportunity and passed Bracy on the final leg.

"Will Try To Do Better Next Year": Neeraj Chopra After World Athletics Championships Silver

Star India javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra made history on Sunday after he became only the second Indian athlete to win a medal at the World Athletics Championships. Chopra won the silver medal in the men's javelin throw final with a best attempt of 88.13m. Grenada's Anderson Peters won the gold medal, while Jakub Vadlejch of Czech Republic won bronze. After winning the silver medal, Chopra said that he is satisfied with the result, adding that he is happy to win a medal for the country.

Neeraj Chopra Wins Silver At World Athletics Championships, Twitter Erupts In Joy

India's ace athlete Neeraj Chopra created history yet again as he became the first man from the country and only the second Indian ever, after long jumper Anju Bobby George, to win a medal at the Athletics World Championships, as he sealed a silver medal with a throw of 88.13 metres in the final at Oregon in the USA. World champion Anderson Peters defended his title in style with three throws of over the 90 metre mark. Neeraj, who ha d a slow start to the final, produced a big throw in his fourth attempt, which helped him land a podium spot.

World Athletics Championships: Ethiopia's Gudaf Tsegay holds on to win 5,000m gold

Tokyo bronze medallist Tsegay traded the lead with compatriot Gidey, the world 10,000m champion, throughout the race until the pack took off for the final lap. The Netherlands' 5,000m Olympic champion Sifan Hassan, known for her ferocious kick, picked up the pace before delivering a challenge with 200m to go as she wove to the inside, but could not maintain her speed as Tsegay charged down the final straight. "I have been training well for 1,500m and this helps spring on the home stretch," said Tsegay, who collected silver in the 1,500m earlier in the meet.

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"His Hard Work Has Paid Off": Neeraj Chopra's Mother After Her Son Wins Silver At World Athletics Championships

"Hopefully Will Be Fine": Neeraj Chopra On Feeling Discomfort In His Thigh

"It Was A Long Wait": Anju Bobby George After Neeraj Chopra Becomes 2nd Indian To Win A Medal At World Athletics Championships

Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake urges GB to look to future after relay bronze

World Athletics Championships: Canada stun US to win men's 4x100 relay gold

"Will Try To Do Better Next Year": Neeraj Chopra After World Athletics Championships Silver

Neeraj Chopra Wins Silver At World Athletics Championships, Twitter Erupts In Joy

World Athletics Championships: Ethiopia's Gudaf Tsegay holds on to win 5,000m gold