Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has congratulated Olympic champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra for the first position at the Doha Diamond League 2023.
“Congratulate Olympic champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on registering world lead throw of 88.67 metres at the Doha Diamond League 2023. May he continue to achieve bigger milestones in his sporting career and make the nation proud. Wish him all the best for future”, the Odisha CM tweeted.
Congratulate Olympic champion javelin thrower @Neeraj_chopra1 on registering world lead throw of 88.67 metres at the Doha Diamond League 2023. May he continue to achieve bigger milestones in his sporting career and make the nation proud. Wish him all the best for future.
— Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) May 6, 2023
Tokyo 2020 Olympic javelin throw champion Neeraj started his season by winning the Doha Diamond League 2023 with a world-leading effort of 88.67m on his first attempt at the Qatar Sports Club.
Chopra, known for his explosive starts, came within touching distance of his personal best and national javelin record of 89.94m on his first attempt.