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Hindustan Times
11 hours ago
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- Hindustan Times
‘Flag has to fly higher on its own soil': Neeraj Chopra ahead of NC Classic 2025
Ahead of the Neeraj Chopra (NC) Classic in Bengaluru, two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra expressed his emotions for the tournament where he said that the national flag has to fly higher on its own soil. The NC Classic was originally slated to be held on May 24 but was later postponed to July 5 due to the cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan. "Once upon a time, there was a dream that the Indian flag should fly high proudly in front of the world. Even today, it is the same dream, but the stage has changed. Now, that flag has to fly higher on its own soil, among its own people," Neeraj Chopra said in a video posted by Neeraj Chopra Classic on Instagram. "Neeraj Chopra Classic is an event where every javelin not only falls on the ground, but also writes history. See, the world's best javelin throwers, on the same ground, for a new Taj," the javelin thrower added. A post shared by Neeraj Chopra Classic (@neerajchopraclassic) Tokyo 2020 gold medallist Neeraj Chopra will headline the meet named in his honour. The Indian athlete will face stiff competition from some of the sport's biggest names. The organisers of the event confirmed a 12-member entry list for the inaugural NC Classic on Friday, as per the The roster remains nearly identical to the original entry list released prior to the postponement, with just one change - Japan's Genki Dean has been replaced by Poland's Martin Konecny. Anderson Peters, Thomas Rohler, and Julius Yego - the 2015 world champion and Rio 2016 silver medallist - will participate as originally planned. The line-up also includes Pan American Games champion Curtis Thompson of the USA, Brazil's Luiz Mauricio da Silva and Sri Lanka's Rumesh Pathirage. Meanwhile, Asian Games medallist Kishore Jena, Sachin Yadav, Rohit Yadav and Sahil Silwal will represent the local challenge alongside Neeraj. Sachin Yadav recently won the silver medal at the Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi, Republic of Korea, finishing behind Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem. The NC Classic, co-organised by Neeraj Chopra, JSW Sports, the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) and World Athletics (WA), will be held at the Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru. It was originally set to be hosted by Panchkula's Tau Devi Lal Stadium in Neeraj's home state of Haryana but was later moved due to issues with the floodlights at the initial venue. Classified as a WA 'A' category or Continental Tour Gold-level meet, the NC Classic will be the highest-tier international athletics event hosted in India. Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025 entry list: Neeraj Chopra (IND). Anderson Peters (GRN). Luiz Mauricio da Silva (BRA). Thomas Rohler (GER). Curtis Thompson (USA). Martin Konecny (POL). Julius Yego (KEN). Rumesh Pathirage (SRI). Sachin Yadav (IND). Rohit Yadav (IND). Sahil Silwal (IND). Kishore Jena (IND).
India Gazette
2 days ago
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- India Gazette
"Flag has to fly higher on its own soil": Neeraj Chopra ahead of NC Classic 2025
New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Ahead of the Neeraj Chopra (NC) Classic in Bengaluru, two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra expressed his emotions for the tournament where he said that the national flag has to fly higher on its own soil. The NC Classic was originally slated to be held on May 24 but was later postponed to July 5 due to the cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan. 'Once upon a time, there was a dream that the Indian flag should fly high proudly in front of the world. Even today, it is the same dream, but the stage has changed. Now, that flag has to fly higher on its own soil, among its own people,' Neeraj Chopra said in a video posted by Neeraj Chopra Classic on Instagram. 'Neeraj Chopra Classic is an event where every javelin not only falls on the ground, but also writes history. See, the world's best javelin throwers, on the same ground, for a new Taj,' the javelin thrower added. Tokyo 2020 gold medallist Neeraj Chopra will headline the meet named in his honour. The Indian athlete will face stiff competition from some of the sport's biggest names. The organisers of the event confirmed a 12-member entry list for the inaugural NC Classic on Friday, as per the The roster remains nearly identical to the original entry list released prior to the postponement, with just one change - Japan's Genki Dean has been replaced by Poland's Martin Konecny. Anderson Peters, Thomas Rohler, and Julius Yego - the 2015 world champion and Rio 2016 silver medallist - will participate as originally planned. The line-up also includes Pan American Games champion Curtis Thompson of the USA, Brazil's Luiz Mauricio da Silva and Sri Lanka's Rumesh Pathirage. Meanwhile, Asian Games medallist Kishore Jena, Sachin Yadav, Rohit Yadav and Sahil Silwal will represent the local challenge alongside Neeraj. Sachin Yadav recently won the silver medal at the Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi, Republic of Korea, finishing behind Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem. The NC Classic, co-organised by Neeraj Chopra, JSW Sports, the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) and World Athletics (WA), will be held at the Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru. It was originally set to be hosted by Panchkula's Tau Devi Lal Stadium in Neeraj's home state of Haryana but was later moved due to issues with the floodlights at the initial venue. Classified as a WA 'A' category or Continental Tour Gold-level meet, the NC Classic will be the highest-tier international athletics event hosted in India. Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025 entry list: Neeraj Chopra (IND). Anderson Peters (GRN). Luiz Mauricio da Silva (BRA). Thomas Rohler (GER). Curtis Thompson (USA). Martin Konecny (POL). Julius Yego (KEN). Rumesh Pathirage (SRI). Sachin Yadav (IND). Rohit Yadav (IND). Sahil Silwal (IND). Kishore Jena (IND). (ANI)
India.com
14-05-2025
- Sport
- India.com
Olympic Champion Neeraj Chopra gears up for Janusz Kusocinski Memorial 2025
Neeraj Chopra. (PIC - X) New Delhi: Indian javelin sensation and double Olympic medal winner Neeraj Chopra is all set to take part in the 2025 Janusz Kusociński Memorial athletics meet, which will be held in Poland on May 23, as reported by Originally, Neeraj was expected to feature in the Neeraj Chopra (NC) Classic, scheduled for May 24 in Bengaluru. However, the event was postponed, making way for him to compete in the 71st edition of the Janusz Kusociński Memorial — a World Athletics Continental Tour Silver-level competition. Launched in 1954, the Chorzów meet ranks among the longest-running athletics events in both Poland and Europe. In this competition, Neeraj will go up against high-profile rivals, such as Anderson Peters of Grenada — the Paris 2024 Olympic bronze medallist and two-time world titleholder — and Germany's Julian Weber, a former European gold medallist. Several elite Polish athletes will also be competing. This appearance will mark Chopra's third outing of the year. The 27-year-old began his season at the Potch Invitational in Potchefstroom, South Africa, where he led a six-man field with a best effort of 84.52 metres. His second competition is the Doha Diamond League on May 16, where he will be joined by fellow Indian thrower and Asian Games silver medallist Kishore Jena. Neeraj is also scheduled to take part in the Ostrava Golden Spike event in Czechia on June 24.
Time of India
24-04-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Is something wrong? Arshad Nadeem snubs Neeraj Chopra's NC Classic javelin event
Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem Pakistan's Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem has declined Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra 's invitation to compete in the NC Classic event in Bengaluru on May 24, citing a scheduling conflict with his training for the Asian Athletics Championships in Korea, while expressing gratitude for the invitation. "The (NC) Classic event is from 20th May (May 24) whereas I am scheduled to leave for Korea on 22nd May for the Asian Athletics Championship," Nadeem was quoted as saying by PTI. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Nadeem mentioned he has been focusing his training efforts on the Asian Championship, scheduled to take place in Gumi, Korea from May 27 to 31. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 17+ Actors You Didn't Know Were Gay - No. 8 Will Shock Women Journalistate Undo Chopra had earlier reached out to Nadeem regarding participation in the inaugural event. "I have sent invitation to Arshad and he said he will get back to me after discussing with his coach. As of now he is yet to confirm participation," Chopra told reporters in a virtual media interaction on Monday. The two athletes recently faced off at the 2024 Paris Games, where Nadeem secured gold with an Olympic record throw of 92.97m, while Chopra earned silver with 89.45m. The inaugural Neeraj Chopra Classic has attracted several international stars. Grenada's Anderson Peters, a two-time world champion, and Germany's Thomas Rohler, the 2016 Olympic gold medalist, have confirmed their participation. Who's that IPL player? The event will also feature Kenyan Julius Yego, who won silver at the 2016 Rio Olympics and gold at the 2015 World Championships. American Curtis Thompson, currently leading the season with an 87.76m throw, will also compete. World Athletics has granted the competition category A status. The event is a collaborative effort between Chopra and JSW Sports, working alongside the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) and World Athletics, bringing together elite javelin throwers from around the world and India. Get the latest IPL 2025 updates on Times of India , including match schedules , team squads , points table and IPL live score for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Don't miss the list of players in the race for IPL Orange Cap and IPL Purple cap .
