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Neeraj Chopra to lead star-studded javelin event in India this year, AFI eyes hosting 2029 World Championships
- Olympic gold and silver medallist Neeraj Chopra will headline a prestigious global javelin competition set to be hosted by India, likely in September, as announced by the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) on Tuesday.
The article discusses Neeraj Chopra, India's Olympic javelin throw champion, who is set to lead a high-profile javelin event in India later this year. The event is part of the Federation Cup, which will take place in Bhubaneswar from May 12-15, 2024. Alongside Chopra, other notable javelin throwers like Kishore Jena and DP Manu will also participate, making it a significant gathering of talent. The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) is using this event to showcase India's capability to host major international athletics events, with aspirations to bid for the 2029 World Athletics Championships. The AFI president, Adille Sumariwalla, expressed confidence in India's potential to host such prestigious events, highlighting the country's growing infrastructure and interest in athletics.
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