Neeraj Chopra throws 90.23m: Fans celebrate historic feat of India's best athlete
Jubilant fans hailed Neeraj Chopra as India's greatest athlete after the two-time Olympic medallist shattered the elusive 90-metre barrier with a colossal throw of 90.23m at the 2025 Doha Diamond League. The historic feat, achieved on his third attempt, not only set a new national record but also elevated Neeraj into an elite club — becoming only the 25th man in history to cross the 90-metre mark in javelin.advertisementThe landmark throw came during the javelin final at the Qatar Sports Complex, where Neeraj began his campaign in style with a solid 88.44m on his very first attempt - immediately taking the world lead. His second effort was ruled a foul, but the 26-year-old roared back with a stunning third throw of 90.23m, launching the spear into history and improving upon his own previous best of 89.94m, set at the Stockholm Diamond League in 2022.Neeraj's long-awaited 90m mark had been the only missing milestone in an already glittering career. With this throw, he not only rewrote the Indian national record but also silenced any lingering doubts about his place among the sport's all-time greats.
Neeraj Chopra in Doha Diamond League: HighlightsSince bursting onto the global stage with a gold medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Neeraj Chopra has redefined what's possible for Indian athletics. He followed up with a silver at the 2024 Paris Olympics, claimed the World Championship title in 2023, and has been a consistent podium finisher at the Asian Games and in the Diamond League, which he also won once.The wait is over!??Neeraj Chopra finally breaches the Mark of 90M.????#DohaDL pic.twitter.com/nNLRjdsQcC— Ishant Chaturvedi (@imIchaturvedi) May 16, 2025??BIG BREAKING : ?????? ???????? ???? ????????! ??Neeraj Chopra finally breaches the 90m mark at the Doha Diamond League, launching a career-best throw of 90.23m!#DohaDL pic.twitter.com/PLLvHNQnWF— SHADZ (@shadabansari40) May 16, 2025Neeraj Chopra.A national treasure.— Gaurav Kalra (@gauravkalra75) May 16, 2025advertisementFriday's performance in Doha adds another layer to his legacy - and perhaps the most symbolic one yet.On social media, the response was euphoric. Jubilant fans hailed him as "India's greatest-ever athlete" and a "national treasure," celebrating a moment widely regarded as one of the most iconic in Indian sporting history.Now that the 90m barrier has finally fallen, Neeraj's focus will shift toward sustaining his dominance in a loaded Olympic cycle and inspiring a new generation of Indian athletes. The Doha feat is more than just a personal triumph - it is a defining milestone in Indian sporting history, one that will be remembered for years to come.Neeraj Chopra's 90.23m isn't just a throw. It's a statement. And India is listening
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