Star Indian Javelin Thrower Neeraj Chopra finished second at the 2025 Doha Diamond League Men’s Javelin Throw event yesterday. Despite a record-breaking 90.23 meter throw, Neeraj had to settle behind Germany’s Julian Weber, who startled everyone with a final throw of 91.06 meters.
Earlier, the Olympic medalist smashed the 90-metre barrier for the first time in his career with a colossal throw of 90.23 meters in the third round. However, Germany’s Julian Weber, who came up with a winning throw of 91.06 meters in his final attempt, surpassed Chopra.
Moreover, India’s Parul Chaudhary finished 6th in women’s 3000m steeplechase event. She smashed her own national record with a time of 9:13.39.
PM Modi congratulates Olympian Neeraj Chopra
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Olympian Neeraj Chopra for surpassing the 90-meter mark at the Doha Diamond League 2025. In a social media post, PM Modi described this accomplishment as remarkable and stated that the athlete’s personal best is a result of his unwavering dedication, discipline, and passion. He further expressed that India feels immense pride and joy in his achievement.