Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the 25-year-old after he won the medals, calling his accomplishment a “symbol of excellence”
Neeraj Chopra, a javelin ace for India, won the nation’s first gold medal at the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised him on Monday. In his second effort, Neeraj recorded his best throw, measuring 88.17 metres, and he was able to maintain his lead all the way to the finish line. The amazing @Neeraj_chopra1 is the epitome of brilliance, PM Modi wrote on his official X account. His commitment, accuracy, and enthusiasm make him not only an athletics champion but also a benchmark for unmatched performance throughout the sports industry. Congratulations to him for capturing the Gold at the World Athletics Championships.
In fifth place was Kishore Jena (best of 84.77 m), and in sixth place was DP Manu (best of 84.14 m).
India now has medals from every colour at the world championships. After winning a silver last year, this is Neeraj’s second medal at the World Championships. Anju Bobby George, who won bronze in the women’s long jump at the 2003 World Championships, was the last representative of India to win a medal at the famous international competition.
India now has medals from every colour at the world championships. After winning a silver last year, this is Neeraj’s second medal at the World Championships. Anju Bobby George, who won bronze in the women’s long jump at the 2003 World Championships, was the last representative of India to win a medal at the famous international competition.
