India's javelin ace, Neeraj Chopra, had a whirlwind of emotions at the Lausanne Diamond League. He clinched second place with a season-best throw of 89.49 meters, marking his return to competitive action after the Paris Olympics.
While his performance was impressive, Neeraj felt a mix of satisfaction and frustration, as he missed the 90-meter mark by a narrow margin. This meet was Neeraj’s first since the Paris Games, where he couldn't defend his Tokyo Olympics gold. The 26-year-old faced a tough field and started with a throw of 82.
10 meters, putting him in fourth place after the first round. Anderson Peters from Grenada led early with a throw of 86.36 meters, while Jakub Vadlejch struggled.
Neeraj with a 89.49m in Last Throw His throws 82.10 83.
21 83.13 82.34 85.
58 89.49 Peters also went 90.61 in last throw otherwise it was a win for #NeerajChopra pic.
twitter.com/iAUc4hDGTX — IndiaSportsHub (@IndiaSportsHub) August 23, 2024 Neeraj made a comeback on his second attempt with a throw of 83.21 meters, moving into the top three.
However, his third throw of 83.13 meters didn’t help his position and he risked falling further behind. His throws were below his usual standards, adding to his anxiety.
Determined to make his mark, Neeraj delivered an impressive 85.58 meters on his fifth attempt, securing his spot in the top three. As the competition heated up, Peters set a new meeting record with a 90.
61-meter throw. Neeraj then unleashed his best throw of the season at 89.49 meters in the final round.
This throw earned him second place, just ahead of Weber, and was the second-best of his career. Neeraj’s reaction to his final throw was a blend of joy and disappointment. While the 89.
49 meters was a significant achievement, the near-miss of the 90-meter mark was a letdown. This close call highlighted the tight margins in elite sports and Neeraj's immense potential. Two Silvers for country in span of 15 days and this guy still looks dissapointed.
He’s from the same country where Bronze medal is celebrated like a world conquering achievement. He’s sad for missing out 90m mark🙁 #NeerajChopra #DiamondLeague pic.twitter.
com/Rk6EAh95yN — Avishek Goyal (@AG_knocks) August 22, 2024 India’s star athlete #NeerajChopra shines at the Lausanne Diamond League achieving a season-best throw of 89.49 meters. pic.
twitter.com/kwh7bV6gtK — P C Mohan (@PCMohanMP) August 23, 2024 The Lausanne event highlighted Neeraj Chopra’s skill and resilience. Despite not reaching his 90-meter goal, his performance underscored his position as one of the world's leading javelin throwers.
As he continues to push his limits, Neeraj’s determination and drive will be crucial as he prepares for future competitions and aims for new heights. SEE ALSO: Dinesh Karthik Apologises For Omitting MS Dhoni From All-Time India XI: 'Bhai Log, Bada Galti Ho Gaya..
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