Neeraj Chopra clinches Doha Diamond League title

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Category : Sports Published on: May 08 2023

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Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra began his 2023 season on a high, finishing first in the highly-competitive 10-man men's javelin field at the Doha Diamond League on May 5.
Chopra, known for his explosive starts, came within touching distance of his personal best and national javelin record of 89.94m on his first attempt.
The Indian javelin ace followed up his first throw with 86.04m in his second attempt.
Neeraj Chopra’s third throw measured 85.47m before he fouled his fourth. His last two throws measured 84.37m and 86.52m.
The Czech Republic thrower moved up to second place, overtaking Anderson Peters.
The next leg of the Diamond League series will be held in Rabat, Morocco on May 28.

Neeraj Chopra clinches Doha Diamond League title