Chopra’s performance is expected to uplift the Indian athletics contingent, which has yet to make a significant impact in the current edition of the Olympics...
Digital Desk: Indian track and field athlete Neeraj Chopra is set to create history once again with his javelin at the Paris Olympics. Chopra aims for a second Olympic gold, following his historic win at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, where he brought home India’s first-ever gold in track and field. This time, expectations are even higher for a golden finish.
Despite battling a persistent adductor niggle this season, Chopra’s renowned consistency will be put to the test. He begins his quest on Tuesday with the qualification round, where he is expected to advance to the finals on August 8.
A victory would make Chopra the fifth man in Olympic history to defend his javelin title and the first Indian to win two gold medals in an individual event. The exclusive club of javelin champions includes Eric Lemming (Sweden, 1908 and 1912), Jonni Myyra (Finland, 1920 and 1924), Chopra’s idol Jan Zelezny (Czech Republic, 1992, 1996, and 2000), and Andreas Thorkildsen (Norway, 2004 and 2008).
When Will Neeraj Chopra Compete?
The qualification round of Group A will commence at 1:50 pm, and Group B at 3:20 pm. If Chopra advances, he will compete in the final on August 8 at 11:55 pm Indian time.
Where to Watch Neeraj Chopra at the Paris Olympics 2024
The Paris Olympics 2024 will be broadcast live on Sports18 Network TV channels in India. Viewers can tune into Sports18 1 and Sports18 1 HD for English coverage, with Tamil and Telugu options available. Hindi broadcasts will be on Sports18 Khel and Sports18 2.
Live Streaming Options in India
Live streaming will be available on the JioCinema app and website.
Chopra’s performance is expected to uplift the Indian athletics contingent, which has yet to make a significant impact in the current edition of the Olympics. As he aims for another gold, the nation watches with bated breath, hoping for yet another historic moment.
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