India's star javelin thrower, Neeraj Chopra, once again stunned the world with his exceptional performance. In the prestigious Diamond League 2025 competition held in Doha, he threw the javelin an historic 90.23 meters, a new personal best.
Neeraj Chopra Crossed 90 Meter Barrier: Neeraj Chopra has once again brought glory to the nation, creating history. In the Doha Diamond League, he set a new benchmark with a throw of 90.23 meters in his third attempt. This distance is not only his career best but also places him among the select 25 athletes worldwide who have thrown the javelin over 90 meters. He also became the third Asian athlete to achieve this feat.
90 Meters and Beyond: A Historic Throw
Chopra's incredible throw, achieved on his third attempt, thrilled the spectators. It was a momentous occasion for India, marking the first time an Indian athlete had thrown a javelin over 90 meters on an international stage. This performance further solidified Chopra's position on the global stage.
Just as it seemed Chopra's historic throw would secure him the gold medal, Germany's Julian Weber dramatically overturned the competition with a final throw of 91.06 meters, snatching the gold. Weber's throw was the best of the event, edging out Chopra by a mere 83 centimeters. The competition provided a thrilling experience for sports enthusiasts.
India's Kishor Jena Contends
Besides Neeraj Chopra, another Indian javelin thrower, Kishor Jena, also participated in the competition. While he finished eighth with a best throw of 78.60 meters, the competition served as a valuable learning experience, inspiring him to strive for better performance in the future. Neeraj Chopra's achievement is not just a personal milestone but a significant success for Indian athletics.
He previously made history by winning gold at the Tokyo Olympics, then secured a medal at the World Championships, and now, with his 90-meter-plus throw in the Diamond League, he has showcased a new dimension of his capabilities.
Chopra's historic achievement drew congratulatory messages from across the country. President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Sports Minister Anurag Thakur, and numerous other dignitaries extended their felicitations. Social media overflowed with thousands of posts honoring Chopra and celebrating him as India's pride.
