Sukanta congrats Neeraj for breaking his own record by crossing 90 m mark in Doha
Kolkata, May 17 (UNI) Union minister of state for education Sukanta Majumdar has congratulated Neeraj Chopra for breaking his own record by crossing 90 m mark in Doha Diamond League on Friday night.
India's ace javelin thrower Neeraj, however, finished 2nd even though he posted a record mark of
his own throwing 90.23 m, a national record.
Neeraj breached the 90 m barrier of his 3rd throw in Doha Diamond League as Germany's Julian Weber broke his own by throwing a sensational 91.06 m.
"Historic throw by Neeraj Chopra! With a massive 90.23m javelin at the Doha Diamond League, he crosses the 90m mark for the first time in his career!," Majumdar said as he congratulated India's famous athlete.
" It is proud moment for India as our Olympic gold medalist continues to break barriers. Congratulations, champ — the sky is the limit! Bharat Mata Ki Jay," Majumdar said.
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