Thursday, November 21

Neeraj Chopra becomes first Indian to Win Gold at World Athletics Championships

Neeraj Chopra, in a historic moment for Indian athletics, clinched the gold medal in the men's javelin throw event at the World Athletics Championships held in Budapest, Hungary.

After opening the summit clash with a foul attempt, Neeraj soared to the gold medal position with his best throw of 88.17 m in his second attempt.

This outstanding performance not only secured the gold medal for Neeraj but also established him as a trailblazer for Indian sports on the global stage.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed Neeraj Chopra's performance. He tweeted," The talented @Neeraj_chopra1 exemplifies excellence. His dedication, precision and passion make him not just a champion in athletics but a symbol of unparalleled excellence in the entire sports world. Congrats to him for winning the Gold at the World Athletics Championships."

Union sports minister Anurag Thakur congratulated Neeraj Chopra for winning Gold at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest. "The golden boy of Indian athletics wins the men’s javelin throw at World Athletics Championships. The entire nation is proud of your achievements and this moment will be remembered forever in Indian sporting history." tweeted Anurag Thakur

The Indian Army also joined the chorus of well-wishers, lauding Neeraj's accomplishment. Recognising his achievement as a monumental one, the Indian Army shared their congratulations on various social media platforms.

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