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India’s Inaugural Neeraj Chopra Classic Kicks Off With Elite Javelin Field

World Athletics Gold status secures the Classic as a premier event showcasing javelin talent in India.

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Neeraj Chopra
Double Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra during a press conference ahead of NC Classic. (PTI)
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Overview

  • Twelve world-class throwers, including Olympic medallists Thomas Rohler and Julius Yego, will compete alongside Neeraj Chopra and four rising Indian athletes.
  • Tickets priced from Rs 299 to Rs 9,999 are on sale via District by Zomato with live broadcasts on Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 2 and JioHotstar.
  • Chopra has overseen every logistical detail from athlete facilities to event programming in his dual role as organiser and competitor.
  • The Athletics Federation of India and World Athletics have granted Gold-level status, ensuring participants earn valuable ranking points.
  • Organisers view the Classic as a blueprint for hosting more world-class track and field meets in India.