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Newly-crowned World Champion Neeraj Chopra Looks To Maintain Diamond League Unbeaten Streak In Zurich
Newly-crowned world champion Neeraj Chopra will look to maintain his unbeaten streak in the prestigious Diamond League meet when he competes in a star-studded men's javelin throw field in Zurich on Thursday. Chopra on Sunday clinched his maiden World Championships title in Budapest with a throw of 88.17m. He had won a silver medal in the 2022 edition. The Indian superstar also became only the third javelin thrower in history to hold both the Olympic and World Championships titles after world record holder Jan Zelezny of the Czech Republic and Andreas Thorkildsen of Norway.
SA's Lloyd Harris to face defending champion Alcaraz in US Open 2nd round
Carlos Alcaraz launched the defence of his US Open crown with a brisk victory after his opponent suffered an injury on Tuesday.
Former champion Venus Williams suffers early US Open exit
NEW YORK : Two-time U.S. Open champion Venus Williams suffered her most lopsided loss in 24 appearances at the Grand Slam tournament with a 6-1 6-1 defeat at the hands of qualifier Greet Minnen in the first round on Tuesday.
Defending champion Alcaraz advances as Koepfer retires
NEW YORK : Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz cruised into the second round of the U.S. Open on Tuesday after his opponent, German Dominik Koepfer, retired with an injury during their primetime match in the Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Neeraj Chopra Asked By Woman For Autograph On India Flag. World Champion Refused And Said This
Neeraj Chopra is the toast of the nation, yet again. The 25-year-old javelin thrower, who has taken Indian athletics to a stupendous height with his achievements, did a first for India on Sunday night, when he won the World Championship gold medal in Budapest, Hungary. Already an Olympic champion, an Asian Games gold medallist and a Commonwealth Game winner, Chopra won the last missing major title in his career in style. With a throw of 88.17m, Chopra ensured that India return from the marquee event with a gold medal.
Neeraj Chopra Asked By Lady For Autograph On India Flag. World Champion Refused And Said This
Neeraj Chopra is the toast of the nation, yet again. The 25-year-old javelin thrower, who has taken Indian athletics to a stupendous height with his achievements, did a first for India on Sunday night, when he won the World Championship gold medal in Budapest, Hungary. Already an Olympic champion, an Asian Games gold medallist and a Commonwealth Game winner, Chopra won the last missing major title in his career in style. With a throw of 88.17m, Chopra ensured that India return from the marquee event with a gold medal.
Haddad Maia knocks out former champion Stephens in US Open first round
NEW YORK : Brazilian Beatriz Haddad Maia proved she was no pushover even when her back was up against a wall as she battled past 2017 champion Sloane Stephens with a 6-2 5-7 6-4 victory in the first round of the U.S. Open on Monday.