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Neeraj Chopra, India's javelin throwing sensation, is set to compete in the Diamond League 2024 final in Brussels, Belgium, on September 15th. This event marks a significant opportunity for Chopra to secure his first major prize after winning the Olympic silver medal in Paris last month. He finished fourth in the Diamond League standings with 14 points, earning him a spot in the final. Despite facing recent groin troubles, Chopra's season-best throw of 89.49m, achieved at the Lausanne Diamond League, showcases his continued excellence. He secured second place in Lausanne, trailing only Anderson Peters who surpassed the 90m mark.
The Diamond League final will present Chopra with a challenging field. He will face stiff competition from the likes of Anderson Peters, the Paris 2024 bronze medalist, and Julian Weber from Germany. Peters topped the Diamond League standings with 29 points, while Weber secured second place with 21 points. Notably absent from the final is Pakistani Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem, who only participated in one of the 14 Diamond League meets. The upcoming final also presents an opportunity for Chopra to attempt to surpass his personal best throw of 89.94m, which he achieved in the Diamond League back in 2022.
The Brussels Diamond League final 2024 will take place on September 13th and 14th. Neeraj Chopra's javelin throw event will begin at 1:52 AM IST on September 15th (Saturday night). The event will be broadcast live on Sports 18 HD/SD in India and streamed live on JioCinema. As Chopra prepares for this crucial event, anticipation runs high as the nation eagerly awaits his performance. Will he be able to overcome the challenge posed by his competitors and secure a coveted victory? Only time will tell as Neeraj steps onto the field in Brussels. The eyes of India will be fixed on his every throw.
Source: Diamond League Final: Neeraj Chopra javelin throw live time, streaming