Overview

• He will inaugurate the Neeraj Chopra Classic on July 5 at Bengaluru’s Sree Kanteerava Stadium, marking India’s first World Athletics ‘A’ category javelin meet.
• He returns from back-to-back victories at the Paris Diamond League and Ostrava Golden Spike, underscoring his elite form ahead of the home event.
• Under coach Jan Železný’s guidance, Chopra has embraced a flowing run-up and focused routines to refine his technique and maintain calm under pressure.
• He has likened his throw to MS Dhoni’s helicopter shot, praised Sachin Tendulkar’s calm under pressure and invited Jasprit Bumrah to share bowling tips during a javelin session.
• Australian pacer Brett Lee confirmed on social media that he tried javelin in school but acknowledged Chopra’s superior level and wished him well.