German Ambassador Cheers for Neeraj Chopra Ahead of Olympic Finals

German Ambassador to India, Philipp Ackermann, expressed his support for Neeraj Chopra ahead of the Olympic men's javelin throw final. Ackermann referred to Chopra as a friend and highlighted the athlete's training in Germany under a German coach. Additionally, he wished luck to the German men's hockey team in the Paris Olympics.

German Ambassador to India, Philipp Ackermann, on Thursday voiced his support for Neeraj Chopra as the ace javelin thrower competes in the Olympic men's javelin final. Ackermann, who considers Chopra a friend, extended his best wishes saying, 'hopefully you will return triumphant'.

The ambassador also acknowledged Chopra's training in Germany, underlining the role of his German coach and the preparations in Saarbrucken, a town near the French border. 'We also have a stake in that.. we wish him all the best,' Ackermann noted.

Additionally, Ackermann conveyed his hopes for Germany's men's hockey team, set to compete against the Netherlands for the gold medal at the Paris Olympics. 'I wish the German team best for their hockey gold,' he stated. Ackermann released a supportive video message for Chopra, emphasizing, 'German are very happy that you chose a German trainer'.

(With inputs from agencies.)