Neeraj Chopra at Doha Diamond League: When and where to watch

IANS May 16, 2025 302 views

Neeraj Chopra is set to commence his Diamond League season in Doha on May 16, 2025, aiming for a strong start. After transitioning to coach Jan Zelezny, Chopra is eyeing the elusive 90-meter mark. His previous coach, Dr. Klaus Bartonietz, was integral to Chopra's Olympic and World successes. The Doha event features top competitors like Anderson Peters and offers a pivotal opportunity before a brief competitive break.

"On the back of his mind will also be the elusive 90m mark." - Source
Neeraj Chopra at Doha Diamond League: When and where to watch
Doha, May 15: India's two-time Olympic medallist and reigning World Champion in javelin throw, Neeraj Chopra, will participate in his first Diamond League meet of the season in Doha, Qatar, on Friday, hoping to make a winning start in the event in which he has won the final.

Key Points

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Neeraj's first full season with new coach Jan Zelezny

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Former coach Dr. Klaus Bartonietz aided Olympic and World wins

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Doha marks key event in Neeraj's calendar due to NC Classic cancellation

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Notable competitors include Anderson Peters and Jakub Vadlejch

On the back of his mind will also be the elusive 90m mark as Neeraj, who won India's first Olympic gold medal in track and field in Tokyo and followed it up with a silver in Paris in 2025, prepares for his first full season under his new coach Jan Zelezny--a three-time Olympic gold medallist and world record holder.

This shift follows a successful four-year stint with biomechanics expert Dr. Klaus Bartonietz, under whom Chopra won both his Olympic and World Championship titles.

Neeraj will be hoping to give his best in Doha as he will have a break after that because of the cancellation of the NC Classic 2025, which he was organising in association with World Athletics and the Athletics Federation of India in Bengaluru on May 24.

So, Doha will his first big meet of the month where he will face top stars like two-time world champion and 2024 Olympics bronze-winner Anderson Peters of Grenada, Jakub Vadlejch of Czechia, who won here in 2024, the German duo of Julian Weber and Max Dehning, Kenya's Julius Yego and Roderick Genki Dean of Japan.

Reigning Olympic gold medal winner Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem won't be a part of this tournament as he preparing to participate in the Asian Athletics Championships in Korea.

Also participating in javelin throw will be Asian Games silver medallist Kishore Kumar Jena, while National Record holder Gulveer Singh will be in the fray in Men's 5000m, while Parul Chaudhary will be taking part in women's 3000m steeplechase.

When and Where to Watch:

What: Neeraj Chopra's javelin throw event at the Doha Diamond League

When: Friday, May 16, 2025.

Timing: Neeraj Chopra's Javelin Throw event at the Doha Diamond League will begin at 10.13 PM IST.

Where to watch: It will not be broadcast on television but will be streamed live on the Wanda Diamond League YouTube channel and Facebook page.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Can't wait to see Neeraj in action again! 🇮🇳 Hope he crosses that 90m mark this season. The way he's been performing, it's just a matter of time. Sad that we can't watch it on TV though - YouTube streaming it is!
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Priya M.
Interesting to see how Neeraj performs under new coach Zelezny. Change can be good, but I hope the transition is smooth. His consistency has been remarkable so far. Also great to see other Indian athletes getting Diamond League exposure!
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Arjun S.
Why isn't this being telecast on sports channels? Such a big event with our national hero participating, and we have to rely on YouTube? Disappointing from broadcasters. Nevertheless, will definitely catch the stream. Go Neeraj! �
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Shweta T.
The competition looks tough with Peters and Vadlejch there. But Neeraj has proved he can handle pressure. Hope Kishore Jena also puts up a good show. More Indian athletes in Diamond League means our athletics is growing 💪
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Vikram P.
Neeraj has made us so proud in last few years. From being unknown sport to making javelin throw household name in India. Hope he stays injury-free this season. The 90m mark will come when he's ready - no need to rush it.
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Neha R.
Setting alarm for 10:13 PM! Office next day but who cares when Neeraj is throwing. Interesting that Arshad Nadeem isn't participating - was looking forward to that rivalry. Maybe next time. All the best to our athletes!

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