Neeraj Chopra – Olympic Gold Medalist & World Champion Javelin Thrower

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Neeraj Chopra

Athletes | Javelin Throw

Full Name: Neeraj Chopra

Born: Khandra Village, Panipat District, Haryana, India

Date of Birth: 24 Dec 1997

Age: 27

Nicknames: Golden Boy of India, Subedar Neeraj

Sport: Javelin Throw

Height/Weight: 86 kg / 6 ft (1.82 m)

Neeraj Chopra is India’s first Olympic gold medalist in athletics, specializing in javelin throw. Born on 24 December 1997 in Haryana, he has won multiple international titles including World Championships, Asian Games, and Diamond League golds. Known for his powerful throws, consistency, and humble personality, Neeraj has become a global icon in track and field and continues to inspire millions of aspiring athletes in India.

Neeraj Chopra, born on 24 December 1997 in Khandra village, Panipat, Haryana, India, is a world-class Indian athlete specializing in the javelin throw. From an early age, he displayed exceptional talent and dedication to athletics, training rigorously under expert coaches. He first gained international attention in 2016 by winning the World U20 Championships with a world junior record of 86.48 m, marking him as one of the most promising young athletes globally.

Chopra made history at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, becoming the first Indian to win an Olympic gold medal in track and field with a throw of 87.58 m. He continued his remarkable career by winning the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest, the Diamond League Final in 2022, and multiple golds at the Asian Games and Commonwealth Games. Known for his strength, technique, and calm mindset, Neeraj stands at 1.82 m and weighs 86 kg, inspiring millions of aspiring athletes in India with his discipline, humility, and sportsmanship.