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CBC
4 days ago
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CBC Sports: 2025 World Athletics Wanda Diamond League
Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium welcomes the world's best track and field stars for the latest stop of the 2025 World Athletics Wanda Diamond League.
Eyewitness News
27-05-2025
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- Eyewitness News
Akani Simbine snatches a 3rd Diamond League win
Palesa Manaleng 26 May 2025 | 12:29 Diamond League Akani Simbine FILE: South Africa's Akani Simbine at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Photo: Jewel SAMAD / AFP JOHANNESBURG – Akani Simbine claimed his third 100m Diamond League win of 2025 in Rabat on Sunday., The 31-year-old sprinter stretched his unbeaten 100m record to five international meets. His pace over the final 30 or so metres was too much for the field as he streaked to an easy win, clocking 9.95sec ahead of Kenyan Ferdinand Omanyala (10.05) and Olympic bronze medallist Fred Kerley of the US (10.07). "I feel great, I feel confident, I am happy that I could take the win today and that I can finish this month strong and healthy. Another sub-10 in the bag, so slowly we go down in time which is really great. I am looking forward to the rest of the season and going back to training in Italy to get ready for the next Diamond League' said Simbine to reporters afterwards. READ MORE: Akani Simbine sprints to a world-leading time at Botswana Golden Grand Prix Akani Simbine burns rubber at the Diamond League series in Xiamen Akani Simbine continues to dominate 100m with win at Atlanta City Games Simbine's 9.90 seconds from the Botswana Golden Grand Prix in April remains as the official world lead for 2025. "It's amazing to have this kind of competition in Africa. I wish we had so much more of them. Look at the stands, people love watching sports. It's really great to run on this continent, showcasing African talent and show the world that we can host great meets." The Olympian has won three 100m Diamond League events this season and a medal at the World Indoors and anchored Team SA to gold in the 4x100m World Relays. Pure Power 💥 Akani Simbine 🇿🇦 continues to lay down the law in the men's 100m, dropping a cool 9.95 seconds ⏱️ last night at #RabatDL 🇲🇦#DiamondLeague 💎 — Wanda Diamond League (@Diamond_League) May 26, 2025
CBC
25-05-2025
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- CBC
2025 World Athletics Wanda Diamond League: Rabat
Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium welcomes the world's best track and field stars for the latest stop of the 2025 World Athletics Wanda Diamond League.
Qatar Living
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Qatar Living
OMEGA Welcomes Neeraj Chopra to Doha as the Wanda Diamond League Returns to Qatar
When the 2025 Wanda Diamond League comes to Doha this week, many of the world's greatest track and field stars will be competing for victory. Amongst the determined athletes will be OMEGA brand ambassador Neeraj Chopra, an Olympic gold and silver medalist and current world champion in Men's javelin. Before the competition takes place on Friday, Neeraj was welcomed to a special event at the OMEGA Boutique in Doha Festival City. As the Official Timekeeper of the Wanda Diamond League, OMEGA was proud to celebrate the return of the competition to the region and spend time with one of its most successful sporting ambassadors. Speaking at the event, Neeraj said, 'I'm happy to be back in Doha, which is such a vibrant and exciting city for sports. Competing here is always special, and I'm proud to represent OMEGA, a brand that shares my dedication to precision, performance, and pushing boundaries.' For athletes, judges, and spectators, OMEGA will be on duty this Friday at the Qatar Sports Club Stadium with its legendary expertise and equipment. The brand's legacy in athletics stretches back to 1932, when it first served as Official Timekeeper at the Olympic Games. Over the decades, OMEGA has introduced groundbreaking innovations such as the electronic starting pistol, photofinish camera, and false start detection, helping to bring reliability to the moments that matter. Since the Diamond League's inception in 2010, OMEGA has been at the heart of every second, measuring each result with impeccable accuracy.
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First Post
17-05-2025
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'India is elated and proud': PM Modi, Indian Army hail Neeraj Chopra for breaching 90m mark
Neeraj Chopra received praise from all quarters, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Indian Army and other prominent politicians, after breaching the 90m mark in javelin throw for the first time. read more Neeraj Chopra was hailed by PM Narendra Modi and the Indian Army after breaching the 90m mark in javelin throw event. Image: Wanda Diamond League Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed Neeraj Chopra for his 'relentless dedication, discipline and passion' as the 27-year-old star athlete breached the 90m barrier for the first time in javelin throw on Friday. Neeraj, a two-time Olympic medallist, registered his first-ever 90m throw in his third attempt at the Doha Diamond League. The Tokyo Games champion registered a 90.23m throw to become the 25th athlete overall to cross the 90m mark. He, however, finished in the second spot as Germany's Julian Weber also crossed the milestone for the first time, registering a 91.06m throw. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD PM Modi, Indian Army praise Neeraj's efforts Nonetheless, Neeraj's latest feat is testament to his continuous efforts to improve and develop his game as he targets the 2025 World Championship in September in Tokyo. PM Modi hailed Neeraj for his 'spectacular feat' and said India is 'elated and proud' at his latest achievement. 'A spectacular feat! Congratulations to Neeraj Chopra for breaching the 90 m mark at Doha Diamond League 2025 and achieving his personal best throw. This is the outcome of his relentless dedication, discipline and passion. India is elated and proud,' PM Modi wrote on X. A spectacular feat! Congratulations to Neeraj Chopra for breaching the 90 m mark at Doha Diamond League 2025 and achieving his personal best throw. This is the outcome of his relentless dedication, discipline and passion. India is elated and proud. @Neeraj_chopra1 — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 17, 2025 The Indian Army, which recently gave a befitting reply to Pakistan after the ghastly Pahalgam terror attack, also hailed its Honorary Lieutenant Colonel Neeraj. 'A Histroric Throw by #NeerajChopra, A Proud Moment for #India! Lieutenant Colonel (Honorary) Neeraj Chopra clinches Silver at the Wanda Diamond League in #Doha with a record-breaking throw of 90.23m, surpassing his own National Record and breaching the 90m mark for the first time. A champion in uniform!' the army's post read. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD A Histroric Throw by #NeerajChopra, A Proud Moment for #India! Lieutenant Colonel (Honorary) Neeraj Chopra clinches Silver at the Wanda Diamond League in #Doha with a record-breaking throw of 90.23m, surpassing his own National Record and breaching the 90m mark for the first… — ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) May 17, 2025 Neeraj was been conferred with the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel by the Indian Army on 14 May. Chopra had joined the army in 2016 as a junior commissioned officer. Here are some other reactions from Indian politicians: 90.23m 🔥 A historic moment for India as Lieutenant Colonel Neeraj Chopra breaches the 90m mark with a career best throw at Doha #DiamondLeague! 🚀🇮🇳 — Piyush Goyal (@PiyushGoyal) May 16, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Historic Feat ! 🇮🇳 Heartiest congratulations to our javelin star Neeraj Chopra for breaching the 90m barrier for the very first time with a throw of 90.23m, securing 2nd place at the Doha Diamond League, 2025. — Dr Mansukh Mandaviya (@mansukhmandviya) May 17, 2025 Congratulations to Neeraj Chopra for breaching the 90m mark with an incredible 90.23m throw at the Doha #DiamondLeague. Your dedication and excellence continue to inspire a billion dreams. Bharat is proud of you, champion! @Neeraj_chopra1 — Smriti Z Irani (@smritiirani) May 16, 2025 With a new national record of 90.23m throw, Neeraj broke his previous best of 89.94m, which was set at the 2022 Stockholm Diamond League.
