Olympic Games Tokyo 2020: Neeraj Chopra wins historic Olympic gold in athletics
Olympic Games Tokyo 2020: Neeraj Chopra wins historic Olympic gold in athletics
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Published August 8, 2021
India has broken out into celebrations after Neeraj Chopra became the first Indian to win a historic Olympic gold medal in athletics (javelin throw) at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
The 2018 Commonwealth Games champion, 23, registered a best throw of 87.58m on Saturday.
The Czech Republic’s Jakub Vadlejch won silver with 86.67m, while compatriot Vitezslav Vesely took bronze (85.44m).
“It feels unbelievable,” said Chopra. “It’s a proud moment for me and my country.”
