Neeraj Chopra

The gold champion from Tokyo 2020 struggled to gain momentum and was unable to reach the 85-meter mark.

Why Neeraj Chopra decided to compete at World Championships despite back injury

Despite doubts, Neeraj decided to compete at World Championships, testing himself with a light session and a few easy throws in the lead-up to the competition.

Sport is cruel and Neeraj Chopra is human

For Neeraj Chopra, it is time now for recalibration, rethink the plan and reset for the future. It will happen for that’s how it is with the very best.

WATCH: Dejected Neeraj Chopra sits alone after rare failure in Tokyo, says 'had back issues but didn’t tell anyone'

Meanwhile, Sachin Yadav, another Indian part of the final, made an instant impression but failed to finish in the top 3.

Neeraj Chopra vs Arshad Nadeem clash fizzles out; Sachin Yadav records personal best

India’s best performer was Sachin Yadav, who threw a personal best of 86.27m in the first round to finish fourth.

World Championships 2025, javelin final highlights: Rare failure for Neeraj Chopra, Sachin Yadav finishes fourth

World Championships 2025, javelin final highlights: Neeraj Chopra failed to defend his World Championship gold in the men's javelin final at the National Stadium in Tokyo.

Neeraj Chopra vs Arshad Nadeem Live Streaming, World Athletics Championships 2025: When and where to watch javelin final

Neeraj Chopra vs Arshad Nadeem Live Streaming: Neeraj Chopra defends his World Championships title in the men's javelin final at the Japan National Stadium in Tokyo.

Neeraj Chopra at World Championships: How did Arshad Nadeem and his other big rivals fare in javelin qualifiers

Neeraj Chopra is the defending champion, having won in Budapest (2023).

Neeraj Chopra takes just one attempt to storm into World Athletics Championships final - WATCH

The automatic qualification mark was 84.50m and Neeraj, who is the defending champion, hardly break any sweat to storm into the final.

Will Neeraj Chopra snub handshake with Arshad Nadeem? After Asia Cup, India-Pakistan rivalry pierces javelin stage

Neeraj Chopra has a fantastic chance to exact revenge for his second-place performance in Paris 2024 when he faces Arshad Nadeem for the first time.

Neeraj Chopra in action, World Athletics Championships live streaming: When and where to watch in TV and online?

Neeraj Chopra in action, World Athletics Championships live streaming: Fans, however, will have to wait for a day more for the much-awaited duel between Neeraj Chopra and Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem.

Carrying weight of expectations, Neeraj Chopra aims to defend gold in World C'ships

Neeraj Chopra had won gold in the 2023 edition in Budapest with a throw of 88.17m.

Arshad Nadeem in 'best physical shape', downplays competition against Neeraj Chopra: 'Going to Tokyo with same mission'

Neeraj Chopra defends his crown on September 18 at the National Stadium, Tokyo - the very venue where he claimed an Olympic gold four years ago.

Neeraj Chopra reacts as 20-year-old Indian rookie shatters his javelin record

Neeraj Chopra personally congratulated the emerging star on Instagram, adding to the historic occasion: "Congratulations Shivam very good. Keep going".

Neeraj Chopra vs Arshad Nadeem: Olympic and World champions set to collide in Tokyo

Neeraj Chopra is a wild card entrant in the men's javelin event by virtue of being the defending champion.

India's contingent for World Athletics Championships 2025: Neeraj Chopra headlines, other names to watchout for

The Athletics Federation of India on Sunday unveiled the 19-member squad, which includes 14 men and five women.

Neeraj Chopra will deliver when it matters most: Adille Sumariwalla backs javelin ace

The 27-year-old two-time Olympic medalist was not at his best in the DL Finals on Thursday.

'The timing was not so good': Neeraj Chopra vows Tokyo redemption after Diamond League setback

After winning the title in 2022, Chopra has now finished second in the Diamond League Finals three times in a row (2023, 2024, and 2025).

Neeraj Chopra finishes second in Diamond League Finals, Julian Weber wins maiden trophy

Chopra also breached the 90m mark for the first time in Doha with a throw of 90.23m but finished second behind Weber. Chopra will now head to Tokyo for next month's World Championships as the defending champion.

Diamond League 2025 final: Why Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem did not compete against Neeraj Chopra and others?

Neeraj and Nadeem may face each other again at the World Athletics Championships, scheduled to take place in Tokyo this September.

Diamond League final 2025, Highlights: Neeraj Chopra finishes second; Germany's Julian Weber wins

Diamond League final 2025 Highlights: Check highlights from Neeraj Chopra's javelin throw event.

Neeraj Chopra Diamond League Final 2025 Live Streaming Details: When and where to watch India star

Neeraj Chopra Diamond League Final 2025 Live Streaming Details: Catch India’s Neeraj Chopra live at the Diamond League Final 2025 in Zurich. Find out the event schedule, timings, opponents, and where to watch.

Neeraj Chopra aims to end Diamond League run with trophy in Final, eyes another 90m throw

There were four Diamond League meetings which featured men's javelin throw, and Chopra competed in only two, qualifying for the Finals at fourth place with 15 points.

Neeraj Chopra to skip Diamond League meeting in Brussels

Neeraj Chopra competed in only two, but qualified for the DL Final to be held in Zurich, Switzerland on August 28.

Neeraj Chopra qualifies for Diamond League 2025 final in Zurich

With 15 points from two DL meetings, from one title and one second-place finish, the two-time Olympic medallist has already sealed his qualification for the winner-takes-all finale.