Neeraj Chopra Scripts History, Throws 90.23m at Doha Diamond League

May 18, 2025 Komal Das

Neeraj Chopra made history at the 2025 Doha Diamond League by becoming the first Indian to throw beyond 90 meters in javelin

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On his third attempt, Neeraj achieved a stunning 90.23m, finally breaking the elusive 90m barrier after years of close calls

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Despite leading until the final round, he finished second as Germany’s Julian Weber set a new personal best of 91.06m

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Neeraj’s consistency is remarkable, with 14 throws between 88 and 90 meters since his Tokyo Olympic gold

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He had previously fallen agonizingly short multiple times, missing 90m by mere centimeters in big competitions

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Neeraj said the result matters more than the distance but finally answered the nation’s 90m question with his historic throw

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