javelin throw

His throw now trails only Arshad Nadeem's Olympic gold-winning mark of 92.97m from Paris 2024 in the Asian all-time list.

Maria Imelda de Sousa, at the inspiring age of 91, shines as the lone competitor in her category at the National Women Masters Athletics Championship. Once a dedicated teacher, she found her calling in veteran athletics after hanging up her chalk.

Samardeep Singh Gill of Madhya Pradesh upset seasoned Tajinderpal Singh Toor to win the men's shot put gold at the National Senior Federation Competition with a throw of 20.46m. In other events, Yashas P and Santhosh Kumar T met the CWG qualification mark in the 400m hurdles, while Shivam Lohakare secured gold in the javelin throw.

Samardeep Singh Gill has emerged as a new force in Indian shot put, surpassing veteran Tajinderpal Singh Toor at the National Senior Athletics Federation Competition. Gill's impressive throws, including two over 20 meters, secured him a victory, with Toor finishing second. Several athletes also achieved Commonwealth Games qualifying marks in other events.

3 natl records, 2 CWG berths headline landmark day in Ranchi

Gurindervir Singh shattered the Indian 100m national record with a stunning 10.09s, overcoming past pressure to reclaim his title. Fueled by a desire to challenge perceptions of Indian sprinting genetics and a fierce rivalry with Animesh Kujur, Singh's victory signifies a new era for the sport, inspired by his father's athletic legacy.

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.

Neeraj Chopra is nearing a comeback after a 232-day break focused on rehabilitation from groin, ankle and back injuries. The Olympic champion has been rebuilding fitness and refining technique ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Potential return events include meets in Poland, Finland and Czechia, while his main target remains defending his Asian Games title later this year.

Olympic medallist Sakshi Malik inaugurated UDGAM 2026, a three-day national-level sports fest at SRM University-AP. Wrestling champion Satyawart Kadian also attended. The event aims to foster student development and competitive spirit, with SRM University-AP planning a new sports complex. Student athletes were recognized with significant cash awards for their achievements.

Paralympic medallist Sumit Antil has accused javelin coach Naval Singh of severe mental harassment and abusive behaviour, including drunken tirades targeting athletes and their families. Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra has backed the complaint filed with the Sports Authority of India, demanding strict action against the coach for his "disgraceful" conduct.

Listed first among the line-up of 16 throwers in Group B of the qualification round at Stade de France on Tuesday, India's Neeraj Chopra, the reigning world and olympic champion, threw the spear a mammoth 89.34 meters away to end his first day in office in Paris early. The final is scheduled for Thursday.

India's Neeraj Chopra, a gold medalist in the World Championships, will compete in the men's javelin throw final at the Paris Olympics. Chopra's impressive throw of 89.34 meters in Group B of the qualification round secured his spot in the finals, breaking the qualification mark of 84.00 meters.

Neeraj Chopra started his journey for the Paris Olympics 2024 with an impressive 89.34-meter throw, effortlessly advancing to the finals. Competitors like Julian Weber also showed strong performances. Despite an injury, Max Dehning's earlier 90.20-meter throw remains noteworthy. Top performances of the year highlight competitive and consistent athletes in the javelin throw event.

India dominated the World Para Athletics Grand Prix, led by Paralympic champion Sumit Antil, who won javelin gold with a 69.25m throw, ahead of compatriots Pushpendra Singh and Poonam Ram. Antil said he exceeded expectations and now targets 75m at the Asian Games. Indian athletes also shone across multiple track and field events, often sweeping the podium.

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 lost his Olympic men's javelin throw title to Arshad Nadeem, who achieved a 92.97m throw. Experts credit Nadeem's height, upper body strength, arm length, and optimal release angle for his success. His technique and physical advantages resulted in three 90-plus meter throws, with the best recorded speed at 118 kph.

A 43-year-old man from Palanichettipatti in Theni district won the gold medal in the javelin throw competition in the 21st Asia Masters Athletic Championship held between December 2 and 7 at Kuching, Malaysia conducted by World Masters Athletics.