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Business News/ Sports / Olympics News/  Tokyo Olympics: Neeraj Chopra qualifies for javelin throw final in first attempt
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Tokyo Olympics: Neeraj Chopra qualifies for javelin throw final in first attempt

The 23-year-old Indian left the javelin arena after his first throw, having secured his place in the final easily.

Neeraj Chopra, of India, competes in the qualification round of the men's javelin throw at the 2020 Summer Olympics, (AP)Premium
Neeraj Chopra, of India, competes in the qualification round of the men's javelin throw at the 2020 Summer Olympics, (AP)

India's bright medal contender Neeraj Chopra on Wednesday qualified for the final of the javelin throw event at the Olympic Games with a stunning first attempt of 86.65m, here.

Competing in his first Olympics, Chopra took just a few seconds to make to the final round to be held on Saturday as he sent the spear well past the qualifying mark of 83.50m during the group A qualifications.

Finland's Lassi Etelatalo also earned a direct qualification with an effort of 84.50m.

The 23-year-old Indian left the javelin arena after his first throw, having secured his place in the final easily.

Shivpal Singh, the other Indian in the fray, will present his challenge in Group B, later in the day.

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Published: 04 Aug 2021, 06:25 AM IST
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