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Neeraj Chopra Reloaded: Chasing Gold and Glory in Paris Diamond League Showdown

Updated: June 19, 2025 22:13

Image Source: India Today
India's javelin sensation Neeraj Chopra is all set to light up Paris as he returns to the Diamond League tour after an eight-year hiatus, in quest of his first major title in the 2025 season and a chance to show he can beat his best challengers.
 
Key Highlights
Event Details:
  • Date & Time: June 20, 2025 (Javelin throw at 1:12 AM IST, June 21)
  • Venue: Stade Sébastien Charléty, Paris, France
  • Where to watch: Diamond League YouTube channel, live blog on ESPN.in
Star-Studded Lineup:
  • Chopra has a challenging field to fight against, which features Grenada's Anderson Peters and Germany's Julian Weber, both members of the elite 90m club, and Keshorn Walcott, Julius Yedo, Luiz Mauricio da Silva, and Andrian Mardare.
  • Five of the eight have broken the 90m barrier, promising a thrilling race.
Rivalry Renewed:
  • Chopra's main rival is Julian Weber, who defeated him in their last two meetings—initially in Doha, where Chopra smashed the 90m mark with a national record 90.23m, only for Weber to snatch victory with a 91.06m throw.
  • Two-time world champion Anderson Peters adds even more depth to the competition and is poised to reclaim his spot atop the podium.
Chopra's Comeback Story:
  • This is Chopra's first return to Paris Diamond League since 2017, having been fifth as junior world champion.
  • Having finished second at the end of consecutive years this year, Chopra is eager to reach the winner's list and establish himself, particularly at the venue where he claimed Olympic silver in 2024.
What's Next for Neeraj:
  • He will then next race in Paris prior to contesting the Golden Spike meeting in Ostrava (June 24) and headlining the inaugural Neeraj Chopra Classic in Bengaluru (July 5), a category A World Athletics meet.
No Arshad Nadeem Showdown:
  • Fans will miss out on a showdown with Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem, as the Olympic champion will not be in Paris this year.
The Big Picture Chopra's quest for his first Diamond League title in 2025 is not merely about medals—about momentum, pride, and making the statement ahead of the World Athletics Championships later this year. With a rich depth of talent and rivalries, all eyes will be on Paris as Neeraj Chopra aims to convert silver to gold and restore himself as king of the javelin world.
 
Source: ESPN, Olympics.com, Hindustan Times, India Today, Financial Express, Times of India

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