ARSHAD NADEEM
Sable, Jena up against world-class field in Paris Diamond League in tune-up to Olympics
Top Indian 3000m steeplechaser Avinash Sable and javelin thrower Kishore Jena aim to sharpen their Olympic preparations at the Paris leg of the Diamond League, with Neeraj Chopra withdrawing due to injury. Sable seeks redemption after past setbacks, facing tough competition including Kenyan Abraham Kibiwot. Jena, battling ankle pain, will challenge top throwers like Jakub Vadlejch and Arshad Nadeem. Both athletes strive to excel in the upcoming Tokyo Olympics.
Neeraj Chopra: Indian farmer's son who made Olympic history
Neeraj Chopra, India's Olympic javelin gold medalist, returns to defend his title in Paris after making history in Tokyo 2021. Hailing from a farming background, Chopra's success inspired youth across rural India to take up javelin. With multiple accolades including a world championship, Asian Games, and Commonwealth Games golds, Chopra remains humble and driven. His personal best is 89.94m, aiming for over 90m amidst tough competition like Germany's Max Dehning. Despite fame, Chopra stays grounded, embodying the spirit of a "man of the people."
It's hard to believe Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem is struggling to get a new javelin: Neeraj Chopra
Pakistan's ace javelin exponent Nadeem had won the 2022 Commonwealth Games gold in Birmingham with a massive 90.18m throw. He had bagged the bronze medal at the 2018 Jakarta Asian Games where Chopra had clinched the top spot.
Using the same javellin since 2015, says Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem as he seeks help for new equipment before Olympics
Arshad Nadeem, Pakistan's Olympic hopeful, seeks proper facilities and a new javelin. He aims to train in South Africa, participate in international competitions, and build on his achievements. The chairman of the Pakistan Amateur Athletics Federation resigns amid controversies.
Asian Games: 90-m mark in focus as Neeraj Chopra starts men's javelin throw campaign today
Neeraj Chopra, India's star javelin thrower, will be competing in the final of the men's javelin throw at the Asian Games. Chopra, who is an Olympic gold medalist and World Champion, has already achieved tremendous success in his career, including winning gold medals at the Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, Olympics, and World Athletics Championships.
Javelin: Neeraj Chopra all set to defend his gold as arch-rival Nadeem pulls out due to knee injury
It could just be a cakewalk for India's greatest athlete as his nearest competitor and world silver medallist Arshad Nadeem has pulled out of the Games due to a chronic knee injury which has troubled him for some time now. Neeraj Chopra has won every competition against Nadeem, nine in all, including the 2018 Asian Games, where the Pakistani was third when the Indian stood on top of the podium.
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"My fight is against myself, to get better with my technique, throw": Neeraj Chopra on rivalry with Pakistan's Arshad Nadem
Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has stated that his main focus in the men's javelin throw final at the Asian Games is on competing with himself and improving his technique. While there is some focus on his arch-rival, Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem, Neeraj believes that in athletics, one competes against oneself and pushes oneself to do their best. Neeraj has a 9-0 lead over Nadeem in their head-to-head meetings, but Nadeem is coming closer to Neeraj's performances and could pose a threat to his supremacy.
Mission Hangzhou: A look at India's biggest medal prospects at Asian Games
India is sending its largest-ever contingent of 655 athletes to the upcoming Asian Games in Hangzhou. The country aims to surpass its previous medal tally of 70. Some of India's brightest medal prospects include Neeraj Chopra in men's javelin throw, Tajinderpal Singh Toor in men's shot put, and Jyothi Yarraji in women's 100m hurdles.
Sports Ministry approves preparatory camp for Neeraj Chopra in Switzerland
The Mission Olympic Cell has approved the participation of Neeraj Chopra, the current World Athletics Champion in javelin throw, for a 12-day training camp in Switzerland. A total amount of Rs 5.89 lakh has been sanctioned for the camp. Table tennis star Sharath Kamal has also received financial support for participating in various events.
Asked a provocative question about Arshad Nadeem, Neeraj Chopra's mother responds with poise; wins praise
Neeraj Chopra has made history as the first Indian athlete to win a gold medal in javelin throw at the World Athletics Championships. With a throw of 88.17 meters, Chopra secured the gold, highlighting his incredible journey in athletics. Chopra's mother emphasized the universal value of sportsmanship, while Arshad Nadeem, the Pakistani athlete who came in second, showcased remarkable camaraderie. Chopra's victory is expected to elevate the rivalry between India and Pakistan in javelin throw, with the Asian Games on the horizon.
Neeraj Chopra has won every title the sport has to offer. Now, it's time for a do-over
With World Championships gold on Sunday night, Neeraj Chopra has won every title the sport has to offer. In the next phase, he wants to enjoy.
Throwers have no finish line: Neeraj Chopra
Chopra on Sunday became the first Indian to win a gold medal in the World Championships with a big throw of 88.17m. A World Championships gold was the only missing trophy in his decorated cabinet. Besides the Tokyo Olympics gold, he has won the yellow metal in the Asian Games (2018) and Commonwealth Games (2018).
"I wanted to throw more than 90m but...," Golden boy Neeraj Chopra on World Athletics C'ships win
Neeraj Chopra, the first Indian to win gold at the World Athletics Championships, expressed his disappointment at not hitting the 90m mark in the final. He recorded his best throw of 88.17m to secure the gold, with Arshad Nadeem winning silver and Jakub Vadlejch taking bronze. Neeraj admitted that he couldn't put all the elements together on the day but vowed to push himself for better throws in the future.
Exemplifies excellence: PM Modi hails Neeraj Chopra for winning gold medal at World Athletics Championships
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday hailed Neeraj Chopra for winning a gold medal in the men's javelin at the World Athletics Championships, saying his dedication, precision and passion make him not just a champion in athletics but a symbol of unparalleled excellence in the entire sports world
World Athletics Championships: Neeraj Chopra wins historic gold medal for India; Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem settles for silver
Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra scripted history on Monday by becoming the first Indian to win gold medal in World Athletics Championships with 88.17 meter throw in second attempt, which was his best and kept him at the top.
Neeraj Chopra primed to win World C'ships gold, Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem also in reckoning
Chopra, who won silver in the last edition, sent his spear to 88.77m in his first attempt in the qualification round on Friday to also qualify for 2024 Paris Olympics. It was his season's best effort and fourth best throw of his career.
Neeraj Chopra advances to World Athletics Championships javelin throw final in Budapest; here's when and where you can watch it
Neeraj Chopra, the Indian athlete, has qualified for the final of the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary, after an impressive throw of 88.77m. He previously won a silver medal at the 2022 championships. Chopra will face tough competition from 11 other athletes, including his fellow Indians Manu DP and Kishore Jena. The final can be watched live on the JioCinema website and app in India. The defending champion, Anderson Peters of Grenada, will not be participating in this year's final.
16th IPL 2023 mini-auction: See who has been retained, released, or traded
IPL 2023: The trading window of IPL 2023 will be closed on November 15, 5 PM. All the 10 franchises are busy in rejigging their squad for the tournament. BCCI has confirmed that IPL 2023 will be played in their old format – Home and Away. Mumbai Indians have won the IPL titles 5 times and remain the most successful team of the IPL while Chennai Super Kings won the title 4 times and become the second most successful team.
Neeraj Chopra back in fine form. Watch his winning throw at Lausanne
The Olympic gold medalist's first throw was his best at the Lausanne, and the 24-year-old registered his third career-best effort.
Virender Sehwag trolls Pak political analyst who confused Neeraj Chopra with Ashish Nehra
Virender Sehwag has trolled a Pakistani political analyst who confused India's Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra with former cricketer Ashish Nehra.
As Arshad Nadeem wins CWG gold with new record, Neeraj Chopra rushes to congratulate
India's Neeraj Chopra was among the first to congratulate as Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem became the first javelin thrower from south Asia to cross the 90 metre mark.
Anand Mahindra wants to give Neeraj Chopra & Arshad Nadeem gold medals for showing true sportsmanship
Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem won a gold medal in javelin throw at CWG 2022.
List of players sold in IPL auction
Unsold players include Dawid Malan, Eoin Morgan, Adam Zampa, Mujeeb-ur-Rahman, Ishant Sharma, Marnus Labuschagne, Aaron Finch, Saurabh Tiwary, Cheteshwar Pujara, Tabraiz Shamsi, Qais Ahmed, Piyush Chawla, Virat Singh, Pawan Negi, Ben Cutting, Martin Guptill, Kane Richardson, Sandeep Lamichhane.
Neeraj Chopra signs first set of endorsement deals after Olympic gold, endorsement fee jumps 10X
“These are multi-year deals which will run up to the Paris Olympics,” said Mustafa Ghouse, chief executive of JSW Sports. Chopra will desist from endorsing alcohol or tobacco brands, he said. The athlete became an overnight sensation after clinching gold in the men's javelin throw last month, only the second Indian to win an individual Olympic gold.
Don't use my name to further propaganda and dirty agenda: Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra
"I would request everyone to please not use me and my comments as a medium to further your vested interest and propaganda," Chopra, who became only the second Indian to win an individual Olympic gold, said on his Twitter handle.
A new sport: Watching the sports-watchers
Spectating. In this sport, yet to be given official status, the players are the spectators reacting to their teams or athletes.
Tokyo Olympics: Pakistan's Nadeem spotted on video with Neeraj Chopra's javelin, Twitterati question intent
Footage has emerged from the event, showing Chopra's javelin in the hands of fellow contestant Arshad Nadeem. In the video, Chopra spots his gear and rushes towards Nadeem to take it back.
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