Anju Bobby George also accused the Chinese officials of deliberately targeting the Indians. "They are trying to cheat us and trying to disturb our athletes. Neeraj's first throw was very good and it was a kind of disturbance.
We called Neeraj to protest there itself. Jena's throw was also called foul when he was one foot behind the line," the legendary long jumper alleged. She even alleged that winning in China is difficult as their officials are always up for some "mischief" and disturb the athletes.
"Winning in China is very difficult so though we are the best runners, throwers, jumper they will do all such mischief and disturb our athletes." The controversy also fumed Netizens and accused China of cheating. One user wrote, “#NeerajChopra showing once again why he's different. If this incident had happened to any1 else, could've derailed their campaign.
They would have felt victimized or felt like things were unfair. Not #Neeraj As someone said, only time he protested today was for Kishore" Another user wrote, “Cheap Chinese products. World's 2nd economy China can't even measure javelin distance of Neeraj Chopra at Asian games 2022" One user said, “Sasta #Chinese equipment unable to measure #NeerajChopra 's throw or is it a conscious conspiracy to spoil his concentration ??""Exciting news! Mint is now on WhatsApp Channels
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