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Neeraj Chopra, India's Olympic gold medalist in javelin throw, is set to make a significant comeback at the Paris Diamond League in 2025. After an eight-year gap since his last Paris appearance, Chopra brings impressive recent performances, including a national record throw of 90.23m in Doha. The 27-year-old athlete is strategically positioning himself for the upcoming Paris Olympics with carefully selected international competitions. His return highlights India's growing prominence in global track and field athletics.

Key Points: Neeraj Chopra Returns to Paris Diamond League After Eight Years

  • Returning to Paris after 2017 with improved 90.23m throw
  • Competing ahead of critical Paris Olympics preparation
  • Targeting Diamond League Final qualification
  • Multiple international meets planned in 2025
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Neeraj Chopra set to return at Paris Diamond League 2025 after eight years

World champion Neeraj Chopra set to compete in Paris Diamond League 2025, aiming to build momentum before Olympics

"Preparing strategically for maximum performance - Neeraj Chopra (implied)"

New Delhi, June 6

The current javelin throw world champion, Neeraj Chopra, is set to compete at the Paris Diamond League 2025, scheduled to be held on June 20 at the Stade Sebastien-Charlety, according to Olympics.com.

The Indian ace javelin thrower will make his second Diamond League appearance this season after Doha. Neeraj will return to the Paris Diamond League after eight years, with his last appearance going back to 2017. With a throw of 84.67m, he finished fifth, with Germany's Johannes Vetter taking the top spot, who sent his javelin to a distance of 88.74m. Neeraj was in contention to compete at the 2024 edition but skipped the event to bolster his preparations for the Paris Olympics.

Earlier in the year, Neeraj shattered his national record with a massive 90.23m throw at the Doha Diamond League in May. He improved his previous best attempt of 89.94m, which he set at the Stockholm Diamond League in 2022. Despite his record-breaking attempt, he finished second behind Germany's Julian Weber, who threw his javelin to 91.06m.

Neeraj made his most recent outing at the Janusz Kusocinski Memorial in Chorzow, Poland, on May 23. While battling wet conditions, the Tokyo 2020 Olympic gold medallist produced a best of 84.14m on his final attempt to finish second, behind Weber, once again, who stood at the top with an 86.12m attempt.

The 27-year-old kicked off his 2025 athletics season in April by sealing his spot at the summit in the Potch Invitational Meet in Potchefstroom, South Africa, by registering a throw of 84.52m.

Neeraj is also on the entry list for the Golden Spike athletics meet in Czechia, which will take place on June 24. He will then headline the inaugural edition of the Neeraj Chopra Classic in Bengaluru on July 5.

Javelin throw athletes with the most points at the end of the Diamond League series will qualify for the Diamond League 2025 Final, which will be held in Zurich on August 27-28.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Neeraj Chopra is making India proud on the global stage once again! 🇮🇳 His consistency is remarkable - from Olympic gold to breaking national records. That 90.23m throw in Doha gave me goosebumps! Can't wait to see him dominate in Paris next year. #ChakDeIndia
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Priya M.
It's interesting how Neeraj keeps finishing second to Weber this season. Hope he works on his technique to overcome this challenge. The competition is pushing him to do better - that's what champions are made of! Best wishes for Paris DL and the Neeraj Chopra Classic in Bengaluru.
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Arjun S.
The way Neeraj plans his season shows his maturity as an athlete. Skipping events to focus on Olympics was a smart move. Now returning to Paris DL after 8 years - full circle moment! Hope he breaks the 92m barrier this time. 🎯
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Sunita T.
So proud that an Indian athlete is now getting his own classic event in Bengaluru! This is huge for Indian athletics. Neeraj has changed how the world sees Indian sports beyond cricket. Hope this inspires more youngsters to take up track and field.
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Vikram J.
The wet conditions in Poland affected his performance, but still managed 84m+! Shows his class. Hope the weather is better in Paris. Btw, does anyone know if the Neeraj Chopra Classic will be telecast live? Would love to watch our champ in action on home soil.
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Meena R.
While we celebrate Neeraj's achievements, we must also appreciate the German throwers pushing him to do better. Healthy competition is good for the sport. Just hoping our sports authorities provide similar training facilities to other athletes too - we need more Neerajs!

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