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Neeraj Chopra Ends One-Season Coaching Stint With Jan Zelezny

Chopra says he will steer his own training after a year that included his first 90m throw.

Overview

  • The split was announced as mutual, with both praising the partnership and noting they will stay in touch.
  • Under Zelezny, Chopra breached 90m for the first time with a 90.23m throw at the Doha Diamond League.
  • Results later fluctuated, including eighth at the 2025 World Championships after a back injury 12 days prior, ending long top-two and podium streaks.
  • Chopra says he will lead his coaching direction, having begun 2026 preparations in early November with plans to compete through a busy season that includes the Commonwealth and Asian Games.
  • No new coach has been named, aligning with Chopra’s broader push for autonomy following his move away from JSW Sports to launch Vel Sports.