The highly anticipated competition Neera Chopra Classic Javelin Throw, named after the double Olympic medalist India, was officially confirmed by world athletics. The inauguration edition will take place on May 24 at the Tau Devi Lal stadium in Panchkule, Haryan. After 374 days, this one -day event will indicate the return of Neer Chopry to a competitive action on Indian soil, making it a historical opportunity for Indian athletics.
The event organized by Neeraj in cooperation with JSW Sports received the main support at the beginning of this year when President of World Athletics Sebastian Coe approved it on 11 January. Confirmation of its data not only signals the beginning of the competition, but also represents an important milestone for the Indian sports landscape. It is a long -term vision to turn Neera Chopra Classic into annual accessories in the global athletic calendar and eventually expand with other track and field disciplines.
“It was my long -term dream to organize and bring to India a javelin contest. With the help of Sport and Athletic Federation in India, we can do it. I am sure that my fellow citizens and fans in India will create an experience that will be developed for a long time.
When is the Neera Chopra Classic?
The Inauguration Edition of the Neera Chopra Classic Javelin Throw will be held on May 24 at the Tau Devi Lal stadium in Panchkule in Haryana.
When was the last time in India, Neer Chopra competed?
Neera’s last trip on home land came during the Bhubaneswar Federation Cup in May 2024. He has competed at Elite International Meets, including Diamond League in Brussels in September, where he finished second with 87.86 m. Finally, break the elusive 90 meters.
Why is Neera Chopra Classic important?
The Neera Chopra Classic World athletics has been awarded the status of the category “A” and from the point of view of evaluating points at the same level. As a result, the competition is the main opportunity for athletes who look at the qualification at the 2025 athletics World Championship in Tokyo, which will be held from 13 to 21 September – a meeting for which Chopra has already qualified.
Despite nursing last year’s nursing weakness adductor, Chopra promotes that this dream event becomes a reality. Now NC Classic brings Indian fans not only to the event of a first -class spear, but also gives Chopra a chance of a strong overture to the global championship season ahead.
Published:
Debodinna Chakracorty
Published on:
April 4, 2025
