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Neeraj Chopra now wants the country to go a notch higher in the pecking order by hosting global events in the next two-three years. India is set to bid for the 2029 World Athletics Championships but Chopra said the country can host other global competitions of smaller scale before that. «It will be good if we host 2029 World Championships but 2029 is a long way to go.

Bishan Singh Bedi, Angad Bedi recently clinched a gold medal in the 400-metre race at the prestigious Open International Masters 2023 Athletics Championship held in Dubai. The actor has dedicated this award to his father. Taking to his social media account on Instagram, Angad dropped a video of himself from the tournament and shared how his late father's never-give-up attitude pushed him to go for it. Mourning the loss, the actor penned a heartfelt message for the former Indian cricket captain. «Didn't have the heart… didn't have the courage..The body wasn't willing… Nor was the mind.

Kenyan Kelvin Kiptum shattered the men's marathon world record in Chicago on Sunday, winning in two hours and 35 seconds to beat compatriot Eliud Kipchoge's previous mark by more than 30 seconds. Kiptum shattered the London Marathon course record this year and was determined to make magic again in the Windy City as he sped up through the 35-kilometre mark before thrusting his arms in the air to cheers from the crowd down the final stretch. Kiptum had not originally targeted the record but said he knew that twice Olympic champion Kipchoge's previous mark of 2:01:09 was within reach in the final kilometres, as he dug deep to make history. «I feel so happy. I wasn't prepared,» he said at the finish line.

Neeraj Chopra's latest exploits on the javelin field will open the doors for more endorsement deals in the coming days, according to brand and marketing experts. Chopra, who hails from Haryana, recently became the first Indian to win a gold at the World Athletics Championships at the men's javelin throw final in Budapest. Managed by JSW Sports, Chopra currently endorses over 12 brands, with his latest achievement expected to help him bag more endorsement contracts.According to Kroll's Celebrity Brand Valuation Report 2022, Chopra's brand value stood at $26.5 million.

happy about Arshad Nadeem and how Javelin Throw is growing in India and Pakistan. He added that with the upcoming Asian Games 2023, the buzz around the India vs.

₹58 lakh). Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem won the silver with a throw of 87.82m, and Czech Republic’s Jakub Vadlejch (86.67m) bagged the bronze medal. Arshad got a cash award of $35,000.

COVID-19 pandemic. Just a couple of years ago, the notion of participating at this level of competition seemed distant for Ramesh. In 2020, he was stationed as a ticket checker at the Trichy Railway Station, a job he himself admitted he was underperforming in.

first Indian to clinch a gold medal in the World Athletics Championships. This remarkable feat was accomplished through a commanding javelin throw of 88.17 meters during the men's javelin final in Budapest, Hungary. Commending Neeraj Chopra's exceptional achievement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extolled his triumph in the men's javelin event at the tournament.

World Athletics Championships. The title was accomplished through a commanding javelin throw of 88.17 meters during the men's javelin final in Budapest, Hungary. “INDIAAAAA.

Neeraj Chopra scripted history on Monday by becoming the first Indian to win gold medal in World Athletics Championships with 88.17 meter throw in second attempt, which was his best and kept him at the top. Chopra won Olympic gold in Tokyo but managed only a silver at the worlds in Eugene last year. The only other Indian to win a medal at the worlds was Anju Bobby George, who took bronze in the women's long jump in 2003 in Paris. Chopra soared into the lead on his second attempt with an 88.17 metre effort, with the 25-year-old turning his back and celebrating in trademark fashion with his arms aloft immediately after his throw, knowing it was good.Pakistan's Nadeem, coming back from elbow surgery and a knee injury, produced his season's best effort of 87.82 on his third attempt to win the silver medal, while the Czech Republic's Jakub Vadlejch took the bronze with 86.67. The reigning Olympic champion had qualified for the final with a throw of 88.77 in only his first attempt on Friday.

Muhammed Anas, Amoj Jacob, Muhammed Ajmal and Rajesh Ramesh for qualifying for the final of the men's 4X400 m relay team event at the ongoing World Athletics Championships and setting a new Asian record in the process. Indian men's 4x400m relay team qualified for the final with a new Asian record at the ongoing World Athletics Championships 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. «Incredible teamwork at the World Athletics Championships! Anas, Amoj, Rajesh Ramesh and Muhammed Ajmal sprinted into the finals, setting a new Asian Record in the M 4X400m Relay. This will be remembered as a triumphant comeback, truly historical for Indian athletics,» tweeted PM Modi. The Indian team comprising Muhammed Anas, Amoj Jacob, Muhammed Ajmal and Rajesh Ramesh clocked 2:59:05 to finish second overall in the heats at Budapest. The Indian men's 4x400m relay team clocked a new Asian record and progressed to the final on Saturday. They broke the Asian record of 2:59.51, set by Japan at the world championships in Oregon last year. The Indian team finished behind the USA in a nine-team heat 1.

relay team caused a sensation at the World Athletics Championships here finishing second behind the United States in the semifinal heat, setting the Asian Record and qualifying for the final. As the contestants went into the final leg of the first semifinal in the men's 4x400m relay race on Saturday, there was a buzz in the stadium as India went neck-and-neck with the USA for the finish line. Though the USA team of Trevor Bassitt, Matthew Boling, Christopher Bailey and Justin Robinson eventually pulled ahead to win the heat in 2:58.47, India held on to second in an Asian Record of 2:59.05. The Indian quartet of Muhammad Anas Yahiya, Amoj Jacob, Muhammad Ajmal Variathodi and Rajes Ramesh came up with a superb race to set a new Asian record, dipping below 3 minutes. The Indian team improved on the previous mark of 2:29.51 set by Japan in last year's World Championship in Eugene, USA. On Saturday, India was followed by Great Britain and Botswana, both clocking 2:59.42.

Neeraj Chopra is set to vie for his second consecutive medal at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary, following his impressive qualification throw of 88.77m during Friday's qualification round. The 25-year-old athlete, who clinched a silver medal at the 2022 championships held in Eugene, United States, not only topped the qualification round but also secured a spot at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Chopra will face stiff competition in the final, which includes 11 other athletes, including two fellow Indians, Manu DP and Kishore Jena. Here's what you need to know about watching the final and the participants:Where to watch the World Athletics Championships 2023 javelin throw final in India? Viewers can catch the final live and for free on the JioCinema website and the JioCinema app.

Chess World Cup, India has had an incredible week, and now Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra has given yet another reason to rejoice by qualifying for the 2024 Paris Olympics on Friday. Chopra gave a sterling performance to seal his spot in the men's javelin throw final at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary, being held from August 19 to 27. Placed in the Group A Qualifier, Chopra recorded a massive throw of 88.77m in his first attempt, breaching the qualifying mark of 83.00m. With this, the star player also bagged the ticket to play at the Paris Olympics in 2024. Following his performance on the field, Chopra interacted with the media, where the athlete was asked whether he feels inspired by India’s recent Chandrayaan-3 moon landing mission? Chopra answered this by simply saying, «Yes. All Indians are proud of ISRO.»

World Athletics Championships has taken off, with the thrilling action commencing on Saturday, August 19. The event, spanning nine days and located in Budapest, Hungary, is set to provide a captivating preview of athletes' peak performances leading up to the forthcoming Paris Olympics Games in the following year.

Indian athletes are already in Budapest and got ample time to acclimatize to the local conditions. The track and field athletes of India have displayed promising form this year, and the good performance is likely to continue at the big stage of the World Athletics Championships 2023.