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Sports News: Indian javelin sensation and Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra added another feather to his cap by winning the Golden Spike Meet 2025 in Ostrava, Czech Republic. Neeraj's remarkable throw of 85.29 meters on June 24 came only a few days after his commanding victory at the Paris Diamond League, reaffirming his outstanding form on the global athletics stage. The Golden Spike Meet, part of the World Athletics Subcontinental Tour's Gold-level calendar, featured nine elite javelin competitors from around the globe. Despite it being his debut appearance at this prestigious meet, Neeraj displayed remarkable poise and athletic prowess to emerge victorious.
Having missed this tournament in the past two editions due to fitness concerns, 27-year-old Chopra made a powerful comeback this year. Notably, his coach, legendary javelin thrower Jan Železný, holds the record for most titles (9) at this very event—and now Neeraj proudly joins that legacy.
So far in 2025, Neeraj’s consistency has been outstanding. In May, he surpassed the 90-meter mark at the Doha Diamond League, securing an impressive second-place finish. Soon after, he topped the Paris Diamond League podium with a stellar 88.16-meter throw. With the Ostrava title now under his belt, he continues to prove that his dominance hasn't faded after the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Although Neeraj had previously participated in meets held in Ostrava, this was his maiden appearance at the Golden Spike Meet itself. His last visit to a major international team event in the region was in 2018, representing the Asia-Pacific squad at the IAAF Continental Cup, where he placed sixth with an 80.24-meter throw.
Neeraj’s rivalry with Germany’s Julian Weber has also taken center stage this season. While Weber outperformed him at both the Doha Diamond League (May 16) and the Janusz Kusociński Memorial in Poland (May 23), Chopra responded in commanding fashion with his Paris throw of 88.16 meters on June 20. Before this, Neeraj clinched the Lausanne Diamond League title in June 2023 with a strong throw of 87.66 meters.
His next appearance will be at the much-awaited NC Classic, scheduled for July 5 in Bengaluru, where he will not only compete but also serve as host. The event promises thrilling action, featuring elite names such as Anderson Peters (Grenada) and Thomas Röhler (Germany).
While many athletes witness a decline in form following Olympic success, Neeraj Chopra remains an exception. His remarkable combination of technical skill, physical strength, and mental discipline continues to push the boundaries of the sport. With each tournament, Chopra cements his position among the world's top javelin throwers and signals that his golden run is far from over.
As the 2025 season unfolds, fans and experts alike eagerly await what could be another historic chapter in the career of India’s greatest track and field icon.
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