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Time of India
21 hours ago
- Health
- Time of India
'Not real doctors'? Chess Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi fires back in viral Doctor's Day spat
Image credits: X/@TheKhelIndia Indian Chess Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi has recently been making headlines for his viral spat with a doctor on X. The 30-year-old chess player recently took to X to wish his family a happy National Doctor's Day on July 1st. A social media user with the handle 'TheLiverDoc' commented on Gujrathi's post that none of his family members were "really doctors." Ever since, the two have been engaged in an online verbal war that seems to have no end. On July 1st, Gujrathi posted a photo of his family on X writing, "Happy Doctor's Day to my entire family." When asked about the medical specialities of his family members by a person in the comments, he revealed that his father is an Ayurvedic migraine specialist, his wife is an MD Homoeopathy, his mom practices cosmetology and his sister is a physiotherapist. Sometime later, 'TheLiverDoc' reposted Gujrathi's post writing, "I am sorry but none of them are really doctors." Gujrathi responded strongly to the comment writing, Your entire brand and personality is built on insulting others. While you chase retweets by tearing people down, my family quietly heals lives without needing a spotlight. They've helped more people than your ego can count. Stay in your lane. And for a change, try being useful." 'TheLiverDoc' who claimed to be a certified internist with a doctorate in hepatology and liver transplant medicine then took to the social media platform to pen a detailed response clarifying that he meant no offence to the chess player's family and was making a point from a professional standpoint. He explained how Doctor's Day is celebrated as the birth and death anniversary of Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, one of India's most revered physicians and how the practitioners of Ayurveda , Homeopathy, Cosmetology and Physiotherapy are not "clinical physicians" and the practices themselves are not "realistic clinical medicine." He added how Gujrathi's ignorance of science and health affects the public perception of realistic healthcare and pseudoscientific practices, adding that the medicines he mentioned were "alternate medicine" that is not proven to work. The man clarified his credentials adding that he has 260 peer-reviewed scientific publications, 4400 citations, and an h-index of 30. "Calling out medical misinformation is what I do apart from being a full-time doctor. I suggest you stay in your lane and discuss more on chess. Sorry for the checkmate. And for a change, talk about chess and try being useful. All the best for your future matches," ended the man. Social media reactions Image credits: X/@theliverdr People on X have been commenting under TheLiverDoc's post condemning his comments on Gujrathi's family and on Ayurveda not being a medicinal practice. "Original healing science of India since ancient times is Ayurveda. Homoeopathy is modern day Ayurveda. Allopathy is a fraud science of which you are a practitioner," wrote a man to TheLiverDoc. "Which "medicines" existed before "science" came to play?" probed another. "Someone celebrates their birthday on X. They: 'Woohoo! Goodbye 30, hello 31!' 🎉 TL Doctor: I am sorry, but you are nearing death. There is nothing scientific about it - just Earth doing another lap around the sun." quipped another X user.
India Today
23-05-2025
- Sport
- India Today
Neeraj Chopra 2nd behind Julian Weber in Poland javelin event, extends 4-year streak
Two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra continued his remarkable streak of finishing in the top two at competitive events, securing second place at the Janusz Kusocinski Memorial 2025 in Chorzw, Poland, on Friday, 23 May. On a chilly evening in the Polish city, Neeraj trailed Julian Weber and Anderson Peters for most of the competition, but delivered his best throw of the night in the final round to clinch yet another podium best effort on Friday was 84.14 metres—well short of his personal best of 90.23 metres which came in Doha Diamond League. However, in challenging conditions, the Olympic champion remained calm and composed, unleashing a strong final this result, Neeraj has now finished in the top two in 22 consecutive tournaments—a streak that began with his gold medal-winning performance at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. | Neeraj Chopra in Poland Highlights |India's Neeraj Chopra finishes 2nd at the Janusz Kusocinski Memorial Meet in PolandA Good stuff with the best throw is the last attempt of 84.14m with all the tricky conditionsTHE FOUR YEARS STEAK OF FINISHING IN THE TOP 2 CONTINUES FOR NEERAJ CHOPRA The Khel India (@TheKhelIndia) May 23, 2025 Germany's Julian Weber, who had earlier won the Diamond League event in Doha in May with a throw of 91.06 metres, topped the standings in Poland with a best of 86.12 metres. Weber was clearly the standout performer in Chorzw, recording three throws beyond the 85-metre mark—something no other athlete managed on the former world champion Anderson Peters finished third with a best throw of 83.24 series: 80.77m, 86.12m, 83.72m, 81.63m, 85.03m, 85.11mNeeraj's series: x, 81.28m, x, x, 81.80m, 84.14mPeters' series: 80.72m, 81.48m, 83.24m, 81.16m, 79.79m, xCALM UNDER PRESSURE Neeraj registered only three legal throws on Friday as he pushed the limits just days after breaching the 90-metre mark for the first time in his career. He found himself in third place after five rounds, with his best effort standing at 81.80 the foul on his fourth attempt, Neeraj went up to one of his coaches in the stands and had a lengthy chat. After returning, he produced his two best throws of the night, showcasing his ability to solve problems on the Neeraj was the only competitor to improve on his best in the final round, edging past Anderson Peters to claim the runner-up spot.
