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India's javelin sensation Neeraj Chopra will miss the Rome Diamond League due to ongoing rehabilitation for a back injury. His absence opens the door for fellow Indian Sachin Yadav, who impressed at the World Championships, to make his Diamond League debut. Chopra aims for full fitness for the Asian Games, having recently parted ways with coach jan zelezny.

Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra is set to train under the guidance of triple Olympic champion jan zelezny. The Czech Athletics Federation announced that Chopra will join Zelezny's training group this winter. Zelezny, a legendary figure in the sport, expressed his excitement about working with Chopra, whom he has long admired.

Olympic star Neeraj Chopra has ended his coaching partnership with javelin legend jan zelezny after a successful year. Chopra credited Zelezny for helping him surpass the 90-meter mark and expressed admiration for his idol. Both athletes highlighted their positive relationship and plan to stay in touch. Chopra now aims for greater control over his training as he targets future championships.

Neeraj Chopra showcased his prowess at the Doha Diamond League, achieving a personal best of 90.23m, though finishing second to Julian Weber. Arshad Nadeem, however, was absent, strategically focusing on preparations for the upcoming Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi. Chopra's performance, guided by coach jan zelezny, signals strong momentum heading into the World Championships in Tokyo.

Neeraj Chopra will start his 2025 season at the Doha Diamond League on May 16, followed by several other Diamond League events in Europe, ahead of defending his title at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Chopra, currently training with coach jan zelezny in South Africa, aims to refine his technique and breach the 90m-mark.

Neeraj Chopra, after partnering with jan zelezny, achieved the 90m mark with a 90.23m throw at the Doha Diamond League. Former coach Klaus Bartonietz, currently training young athletes in India, believes Neeraj is now aiming for even greater distances.

Neeraj Chopra etched his name in history at the Doha Diamond League 2025, surpassing the coveted 90-metre mark for the first time. His impressive 90.23m throw in the third round made him only the 25th person ever to achieve this feat. Chopra now stands as the second Asian to cross 90m, joining an elite group of javelin throwers.

Neeraj Chopra, India's Olympic champion, launched his season victoriously at the Potch Invitational Track event in South Africa, achieving a throw of 84.52m. While this secured him first place ahead of South African Douw Smit (82.44m), it fell short of his personal best.

His passion to perform in the Olympics motivated him to practice with a handcrafted bamboo stick javelin presented to him by father at the age of around 12. Rohit Yadav is now 21 and he has already proved his mettle in javelin throw at national and international levels.

Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem on Tuesday wished Neeraj Chopra on his birthday, acknowledging India's star javelin thrower's transformative impact on athletics. Neeraj, who earned India's first Olympic gold in athletics, secured a silver at Paris 2024, while Arshad set a new Olympic record with a 92.97m throw. Neeraj recently collaborated with javelin legend jan zelezny as his new coach.

The men's javelin was redesigned in 1986, such that the centre of gravity was moved 4 cm (1.5748 inches) forward. The step was mainly taken because the male throwers were in danger of crossing the space available for the javelin throw in stadiums and entering the track space, thereby endangering other athletes and officials.

Neeraj Chopra, aiming for a top finish at the World Championship in Tokyo, expressed optimism about the Golden Spike Athletics meet in Ostrava. Coached by jan zelezny, Chopra feels prepared after training in Nymburk, though he avoids fixating on 90m throws.

Fresh off his Paris Diamond League victory, Neeraj Chopra is set to compete at the Ostrava Golden Spike in Czech Republic, an event he missed the last two years due to injury. He will face tough competition from 2016 Olympic champion Thomas Rohler and two-time World Champion Anderson Peters.

Javelin throw sensation Neeraj Chopra is firmly committed to maintaining his dominance in the sport. The 25-year-old, who achieved the rare distinction of holding both the Olympic and World Championships titles, has declared his unwavering determination to defend these prestigious crowns.

Former world champion Johannes Vetter launched the second best javelin throw in history on Sunday with an effort of 97.76 metres at an athletics meet in Poland.

Neeraj Chopra, the Olympic medallist, has delighted a fan by offering an all-expenses-paid trip to the inaugural Neeraj Chopra Classic in Bengaluru after the fan requested financial assistance on social media. This generous act underscores the importance of the NC Classic, India's first World Athletics Category 'A' Javelin competition, featuring top international athletes.

Neeraj Chopra, despite his impressive 90.23m throw in Doha, believes he's yet to achieve technical perfection. Ahead of the Diamond League Finals in Zurich, Chopra highlighted the need to better utilize his run-up speed and improve his blocking technique. He credited coach jan zelezny for his guidance and emphasized the importance of adapting to external conditions.

Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra has ended his partnership with foreign coach jan zelezny, opting to train with his childhood coach Jaiveer Singh Chaudhary. This move signals Chopra's desire for greater control over his career, with an all-Indian coaching setup now guiding him. Long-time physio Ishaan Marwaha will also remain by his side.

Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra has teamed up with his childhood idol, Jan Železný, the legendary three-time Olympic champion and current world record holder. Železný will guide Chopra's training, funded by India's Target Olympic Podium Scheme. Both athlete and coach expressed excitement for the partnership, aiming to elevate Chopra's technique and performance on the world stage.

After becoming the first Indian to win the gold medal at the World Athletics Championships, 25-year-old Neeraj Chopra admitted that he finds the World Championships tougher than the Olympics.