Neeraj Chopra: Javelin Maestro of India

Neeraj Chopra: Unleashing Javelin Brilliance 🥇 | Discover the incredible journey of India’s Olympic gold medalist and World Athletics Champion in javelin throw, redefining sporting excellence and national pride.

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Personal information

Date of Birth24 December 1997
Age25
EducationDAV College, Chandigarh, India
Height1.82 m
NationalityIndian
Athelete Code14549089
HonoursOlympic champion, World champion, Diamond League Final winner, World Championships Silver medallist
AwardsParam Vishisht Seva Medal, Vishisht Seva Medal

Biography about Neeraj Chopra

  • With an impressive collection of gold medals at prestigious events such as the Olympics, World Athletics Championships, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, Asian Championships and a coveted Diamond League title, He has built up his legacy as a javelin thrower at a remarkably young age. Firmly established.
  • He is created history as the first and only Indian track and field athlete to touch the pinnacle of success by winning an Olympic gold medal at Tokyo 2020. His remarkable achievement added a new chapter in the sports history of India.
  • The year 2023 marked another historic milestone for Chopra as he topped the World Athletics Championships in Budapest. This achievement not only made him the world champion, but also marked a significant moment as India’s first world champion in the athletics discipline.
  • He’s gold medal win at Tokyo 2020 was not only a personal milestone but also a historic achievement for India. It was the country’s second individual Olympic gold medal after Abhinav Bindra’s victory in the 10m air rifle event at Beijing 2008.
  • Despite being considered the underdog in the highly competitive men’s javelin throw event at the Tokyo Olympics. Chopra defied the odds and emerged victorious. He demonstrated his extraordinary talent and determination on the global stage, defeating overwhelming favorite Johannes Vetter, defending world champion Andersen Peters and London 2012 gold medalist Keshorn Walcott.

FAQs

What is the age of Neeraj Chopra?

25 years

Records of Neeraj chopra?

National (Indian) Javelin throw Record : Neeraj Chopra, 89.94m (Stockholm Diamond League in 2022)

What is the Net Worth of Neeraj Chopra?

Around $4 to $5 million OR 33 to 35 crores Rs.

What is the Neeraj Chopra’s best throw?

89.94m

Who won the javelin throw 2023 final?

Jakub Vadlejch (CZE) at 1st position and Neeraj Chopra (IND) at on 2nd position.

Olympic record of Neeraj Chopra?

Best throw of 87.58m in finals