India’s Gold Medal winner from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, Neeraj Chopra will be a strong contender for another medal at the Paris Olympics 2024. He performed exceedingly well in the qualification round at the Paris Olympics 2024 and topped the round with an 89.34 M throw in his first attempt. This could be a massive boost to his confidence, as he could be in contention for another gold medal in the Men’s Javelin throw event. While Anderson Peters, Julian Weber, Arshad Nadeem, Julius Yego, and Keshorn Walcott could challenge the Indian athlete for the top finish, Neeraj Chopra at the moment is certainly a number one candidate for the gold medal. Here are details of the Men’s Javelin throw medal event. Paris Olympics 2024: Neeraj Chopra Qualifies for Men’s Javelin Throw Final With Monster First Throw of 89.34 m in Qualification Round.

When is Neeraj Chopra's Men's Javelin Throw Final at the Paris Olympics 2024?

Even though there were many shocking exits after the qualification round, Neeraj Chopra delivered the top-place finish. His 89.34 M throw was close to his personal best and in the final event, fans would want him to cross the 90 M mark also. Following are the details of Neeraj Chopra’s final event. Neeraj Chopra 89.34 M Throw Video: Watch Star Javelin Thrower’s Massive Effort As He Qualifies for Men’s Javelin Throw Final at Paris Olympics 2024.

Neeraj Chopra's Men's Javelin Throw Final at Paris Olympics 2024 Date and Time

Event Date Time in IST
Men’s Javelin Throw Final August 8 11:55 PM

Neeraj Chopra's Men's Javelin Throw Final Event 

Neeraj was preparing in Europe before the Paris Olympics and let go of the Diamond League event held in Paris. He provided an update as it was not in his plan for the preparations. He reached Paris on July 30 and immediately made his intentions clear about defending his Olympic title. Since winning at Tokyo, the Indian javelin ace went on to win the Diamond League title in 2022 and an Asian Games gold medal in 2023. The athlete is determined to defend his title and his current form is also hinting at the same.

 

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