Neeraj Chopra clinches Doha Diamond League title

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.
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