
On Friday (August 25), India's superstar Neeraj Chopra will be competingin the ongoing World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary. The 25-year-old will be seen in action in the qualification stage of the Javelin throw event. The final will take place on Sunday (August 27).In the 2022 edition, Chopra secured a silver medal in the World Championships held in Eugene, Oregon. Thus, he became only the second Indian to clincha medal at the World Championships, following long-jumper Anju Bobby George (who claimed bronze in 2003).
Chopra, who rose to fame with a gold in Tokyo Olympics, will be in actionin Group A of the qualifiers along with D.P. Manu, Kishore Jena. While the former will be competing in Group A, Jenawill bein Group B.
All you need to know ahead of Neeraj Chopra’s Javelin throw event at the World Athletics Championships:
At what time will Neeraj Chopra’s Javelin throw event at the World Athletics Championships commence?
Chopra'sevent will kick off at 1:40 PM IST on Friday atthe World Athletics Championships. Meanwhile,Jena will be seen in action from 3:15 PM IST.
Where will Neeraj Chopra’sevent at the World Athletics Championships be held?
Chopra’s Javelin throw eventwill take placein Budapest, Hungary.
Where can onewatch Neeraj Chopra’s Javelin throw event at the World Athletics Championships?
The live telecast of Chopra’s Javelin throw event, at the World Athletics Championships,will be available on Sports18.
Where can I watch the live streaming of Neeraj Chopra’s Javelin throw event at the World Athletics Championships?
Chopra’s Javelin throw event at the World Athletics Championships' live streaming will be available on Jio Cinema.
Over the years, Chopra has undoubtedly been one of the biggest athletes for India. He is a crowd-favourite where he goes and will once again be a strong contender to end with gold in the ongoing Championships. Will he add another gold to his tally? Only time will tell...
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