Injured But Unyielding: Neeraj Chopra's Remarkable Diamond League Battle

Despite fracturing his non-throwing hand during training, Olympic gold medallist javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra participated in the Diamond League finale, narrowly missing the crown by a single centimeter. Chopra, who struggled with various injuries throughout the season, remains determined to come back stronger, aiming to defend his world championship title next season.

Double Olympic gold medallist javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra revealed on Sunday that he competed in the Diamond League finale with a fractured left hand, sustained during a training session.

On Saturday, Chopra narrowly missed winning the Diamond League crown by a single centimeter, finishing as runner-up for the second consecutive year with a throw of 87.86m.

Despite multiple injuries this season, including a troublesome groin, Chopra remains resolute and aims to defend his world championship title next season.

(With inputs from agencies.)