Overview
- The Neeraj Chopra Classic is set for July 5 at Bengaluru’s Sree Kanteerava Stadium as India’s first World Athletics Category A javelin meet.
- Organizers JSW Sports, the Athletics Federation of India and World Athletics have joined Chopra to finalize a 12-athlete field featuring Olympic and world champions.
- Chopra surprised fan Ranjith Kumar Ravichandran by fulfilling his Rs 2,000 travel request with a fully sponsored VVIP trip and Radisson Hotels accommodation.
- Earlier this week the Olympic medallist reclaimed the world No. 1 ranking in men’s javelin throw after a series of top finishes on the Continental Tour.
- The Category A meet carries Continental Tour Gold ranking points and underscores collaborative efforts to elevate India’s global athletics profile.