Neeraj Chopra Reveals Key Advice that Led to Diamond League Silver

Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra credited Kenyan competitor Julius Yego's advice to 'stay relaxed' for helping him achieve a season's best throw of 89.49m, securing him a second-place finish at the Diamond League. Despite not feeling his best, Chopra is determined to achieve full fitness and continue competing.

Indian javelin throw star Neeraj Chopra has disclosed that an advice from his Kenyan counterpart Julius Yego to 'stay relaxed' played a crucial role in calming his nerves and achieving a season's best throw. This helped him secure a second-place finish at the Diamond League.

The 26-year-old was initially in fourth place after the fourth round, but an 85.58m throw in his fifth attempt moved him into the top three. His final effort of 89.49m placed him just behind Grenada's Anderson Peters, who threw 90.61m.

Chopra emphasized how Yego's words helped him focus on his final throw, stating he didn't think much and just gave his best. With this silver finish, Chopra is now joint third in the Diamond League standings with 15 points, and aims to achieve full fitness for future competitions.

(With inputs from agencies.)