Neeraj Chopra, the world and Olympic boss in men’s spear toss, added one more plume to his cap by securing the silver award at the Zurich Precious stone Association 2023 on Thursday. The Indian star tossed 85.71m in his last endeavor to complete second behind Czech Republic’s Jakub Vadlejch, who won the gold with 85.86m.
Chopra, who had made history by winning the gold award at the World Games Titles in Budapest only four days prior, proceeded with his great structure in the Swiss city. He began with an unassuming 80.79m toss and afterward fouled his next two endeavors. Be that as it may, he quickly returned with a 85.22m toss in his fourth endeavor to climb to second place.
The last round saw a three-way shootout between Chopra, Vadlejch and Germany’s Julian Weber, who had tossed 85.04m in his fifth endeavor. Vadlejch fouled his last toss, allowing Chopra an opportunity to overwhelm him. The Indian champion gave it his all and threw 85.71 meters, 0.15 meters shy of Vadlejch’s record. Weber thought of a strong 84.92m toss to get the bronze decoration.
Chopra’s imprints at Zurich Precious stone Association 2023 were: 80.79m, No imprint, No imprint, 85.22m, No imprint, 85.71m.
Chopra, who is also the Diamond League champion, qualified for the September Diamond League Final in Eugene with eight points from the Zurich leg. He is presently third on the focuses table with 24 places, behind Vadlejch (28 focuses) and Germany’s Johannes Vetter (26 points).
Chopra was given a shout out to by an exceptional observer at the Letzigrund Arena – tennis legend Roger Federer, who was joined by his better half Mirka and one of their daughters. Federer complimented Chopra on his silver decoration and applauded his presentation.
On social media, Chopra also received warm wishes from his fans and fellow athletes. He expressed gratitude toward them for their help and said he was content with his presentation.
“I’m extremely content with my exhibition today. It was an extreme contest yet I put forth a strong effort. I need to thank each and every individual who upheld me and supported me. It was a distinction to meet Roger Federer and accept his appreciation. He is a motivation for myself and numerous others,” Chopra said in a tweet.
Chopra will currently anticipate contending at the Asian Games in Hangzhou in October, where he will expect to protect his title and break the slippery 90-meter obstruction.
