Neeraj Chopra has become the toast of the nation since he clinched the gold medal in javelin throw at Tokyo 2020. He became the first Indian to win an Olympic medal in track and field.
It also made him the only second individual from India after Abhinav Bindra (Beijing 2008) to clinch gold at the Olympics.
Chopra, 23, etched his name in history books with his best effort of 87.58m in the men’s javelin throw final event at Tokyo 2020. His achievement was celebrated across the country and even legends like Nadia Comaneci, legendary former gymnast, congratulated him.
The World Athletics, global governing body for track and field events, also recognised Neeraj’s historic achievement at Tokyo 2020 and included the moment in their top 10 magical moments from the Games at Tokyo.
The World Athletics ranked Chopra’s gold medal-winning feat at the sixth spot in the 10 magical moments listed from Tokyo 2020.
“Most keen followers of the sport had heard of Neeraj Chopra before the Olympic Games,” the global governing body said on its official website.
Credit : Olympics.com
Picture Credit : Google
