Javelin fever grips Bengaluru ahead of Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025

Bengaluru: Sree Kanteerva Stadium is all lit up to welcome the javelin stars for the Neeraj Chopra Classic, a World Athletics Gold-level meet, scheduled to take place here on Saturday. Sanctioned by the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) and co-organised by two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra and JSW Sports, the event has attracted elite talent from around the globe.

Among the headliners are Neeraj Chopra himself and 2016 Rio Olympic gold medallist Thomas Rohler, alongside a strong field of international competitors.

With Bengaluru’s breezy weather providing the perfect backdrop, top javelin throw athletes were spotted in their final training sessions on Friday, fine-tuning every detail ahead of what promises to be a high-stakes competition.

More than just an event, the Neeraj Chopra Classic stands as a celebration of a growing movement — one that is shaping the future of Indian sport and inspiring a new generation of talent.

Earlier, the stadium came alive with energy as young athletes trained with focus and determination on the side-ground of the stadium. Meanwhile, in the stands, some school children were also sitting in the stands waiting eagerly to catch a glimpse of their international stars. IANS

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