Neeraj Chopra, India’s golden boy in athletics, is set to compete in the men’s javelin throw final at the Paris 2024 Olympics, a highly anticipated event for sports fans across the nation.
This javelin throw final is crucial not only for Neeraj Chopra but also for India, which has had a challenging Olympics thus far, with only three bronze medals to its name.
Check complete details on the Neeraj Chopra javelin throw final match, date, time, venue, live streaming, and more.
Olympics Javelin Throw Final 2024 Event Details
- Date: Thursday, August 8, 2024
- Time: The javelin throw final will commence at 11:55 PM IST.
- Venue: The event will take place at the iconic Stade de France in Paris.
Neeraj’s Journey to the Final
Neeraj Chopra has been in impressive form leading up to the Olympics. He qualified for the final with a remarkable throw of 89.34 meters during the qualification round, marking his season-best and the second-best throw of his career.
This performance not only secured his spot in the final but also demonstrated his readiness to defend his Olympic title, having won gold at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
Historical Significance
A gold medal in this event would make Neeraj Chopra only the fifth man in Olympic history to successfully defend the javelin title.
He would join the ranks of legends such as Eric Lemming, Jonni Myyra, Jan Zelezny, and Andreas Thorkildsen, all of whom have achieved this remarkable feat.
Additionally, Neeraj would become the first Indian athlete to win two gold medals in an individual event at the Olympics.
How to Watch Neeraj Chopra at Javelin Throw Final 2024?
Fans who want to support Neeraj Chopra can catch the live action through various platforms:
- Television Broadcast: The men’s javelin throw final will be broadcast live on the Sports18 network in India. Viewers can tune into Sports18 -1 and Sports18 -1 HD for English commentary, while Sports18 Khel and Sports18 – 2 will provide coverage in Hindi, with Tamil and Telugu options also available.
Live Streaming: For those preferring to watch online, the javelin throw final can be streamed live on the JioCinema app and website.
