Neeraj Chopra Faces Stiff Competition in Paris 2024 Javelin Title Defense

German contenders Max Dehning and Julian Weber emerge as key threats to the Indian champion's reign.

Chopra aims to defend his Olympic title after historic wins in Tokyo and Budapest.
Max Dehning, 19, holds the year's best throw of over 90 meters but struggles with consistency.
Julian Weber, known for his reliability, has consistently thrown over 85 meters in 2024.
Chopra's primary competitors also include Czechia's Jakub Vadlejch and Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem.
Chopra has prioritized health over frequent competitions, dealing with a minor adductor issue earlier this year.