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Neeraj Chopra's javelin-only meet to be held in India this May: 'A longstanding dream'


Published on 2025-01-11 11:45:20 - Firstpost
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  • The javelin event will feature Tokyo Olympics gold medalist and Paris Olympics silver medalist Neeraj Chopra, who is also part of the organising team. Sanctioned by World Athletics and supported by the Athletics Federation of India,

The article from Firstpost discusses the upcoming Neeraj Chopra Javelin Throw Competition, set to take place in India in May 2024. This event marks a significant milestone as it is the first time India will host a javelin-only meet, fulfilling a long-term dream of Neeraj Chopra, India's Olympic gold medalist in javelin throw. The competition aims to elevate the sport's profile in India, providing a platform for both established and emerging javelin throwers. It will feature top athletes from around the world, offering them an opportunity to compete in India, which has been increasingly recognized on the global athletics stage due to Chopra's achievements. The event is also seen as a step towards promoting athletics in India, with hopes of discovering and nurturing new talent in javelin throw.

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