In a thrilling finale that had the entire nation on the edge of its seat, India’s golden boy Neeraj Chopra clinched the silver medal in the men’s javelin throw at the Paris Olympics 2024. While the nation was yearning for a back-to-back gold, Chopra’s stellar performance once again etched his name in the annals of Indian sports history.
A heart-stopping final
The final was a high-voltage drama that saw Chopra display his exceptional talent. Despite facing stiff competition from a stellar field, the Indian ace showcased his prowess with a best throw of 89.45 meters. However, it wasn’t enough to defend his Olympic title as Pakistan‘s Arshad Nadeem scripted history by claiming the gold with an Olympic record-breaking throw of 92.97 meters.
Nation in euphoria as Neeraj Chopra shines again
News of Chopra’s silver medal triggered a wave of euphoria across India. Social media platforms were flooded with congratulatory messages for the champion javelin thrower. Cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar and Virendra Sehwag led the chorus of praise, lauding Chopra’s achievement.
Sachin Tendulkar’s ecstatic tweet for Neeraj Chopra
Sachin expressed his excitement and pride in Neeraj’s achievement. He compared the javelin to a “traveller” who has once again brought glory to India.
“That javelin goes travelin’ again! Congratulations, @Neeraj_chopra1, on winning the first silver for India at #Paris2024. You didn’t just win a medal; you won 1.4 billion hearts, once again. Keep soaring higher!” Tendulkar on X.
That javelin goes travelin’ again!
Congratulations, @Neeraj_chopra1, on winning the first silver for India at #Paris2024.
You didn’t just win a medal; you won 1.4 billion hearts, once again. Keep soaring higher!#Olympics pic.twitter.com/8iMQSD3iCV
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) August 9, 2024
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Virendra Sehwag and Jay Shah wish Neeraj on his feat
Former Indian cricketer Virendra Sehwag congratulated Neeraj on winning the silver medal and highlighted the significance of winning back-to-back individual medals at the Olympics.
“Congratulations @Neeraj_chopra1 on winning us a Silver medal. Back-to-back individual medals is an outstanding feat. #ParisOlympics2024,” Sehwag tweeted.
Congratulations @Neeraj_chopra1 on winning us a Silver medal. Back to back individual medals is an outstanding feat. #ParisOlympics2024 pic.twitter.com/a3myNbGBtr
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) August 8, 2024
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary, Jay Shah, also extended his congratulations to Chopra.
Shah took to X and wrote, “Back-to-back Olympic medals for our star, Neeraj Chopra! 🥈India’s first silver medal at the #Paris2024 Olympics, and what a way to achieve it! You might have fallen short of the gold, but your commitment and effort in the final were really inspiring!”
Back-to-back Olympic medals for our star, Neeraj Chopra! 🥈India’s first silver medal at the #Paris2024 Olympics, and what a way to achieve it! You might have fallen short of the gold, but your commitment and effort in the final were really inspiring! 🇮🇳#Olympics ||… pic.twitter.com/NLldsF7Y8R
— Jay Shah (@JayShah) August 8, 2024
Golden boy’s Journey
While the silver medal might not have been the desired outcome, Chopra’s journey to the podium is a testament to his unwavering dedication and hard work. He has once again proved why he is considered one of India’s greatest sporting icons.
As the nation celebrates Chopra’s achievement, the anticipation for his future endeavours grows stronger. With the Paris Olympics behind him, the world eagerly awaits the next chapter in the inspiring saga of our golden athlete.
Also READ: Cricket fraternity lauds Arshad Nadeem for winning a historic gold medal for Pakistan at Paris Olympics 2024
Here’s how others reacted:
Congratulations for winning 🥈@Neeraj_chopra1 🙏#NeerajChopra #JavelinThrow #Paris2024 pic.twitter.com/CUY2roKsZT
— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) August 9, 2024
Biggest sporting hero once again making 🇮🇳 proud at the world stage🥈@Neeraj_chopra1 pic.twitter.com/rwECMPEOgz
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) August 9, 2024
🔥🫡 𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗕𝗼𝘆 deliveres our first silver at #ParisOlympics.
📷 Getty • #NeerajChopra #JavelinThrow #Olympics #Paris2024 #TeamIndia #BharatArmy #COTI🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/kdALKvp7GZ
— The Bharat Army (@thebharatarmy) August 8, 2024
– 5 fouls. ❌
– 1 successful attempt. ☝️
– 89.45M. 🎯
– Silver Medal. 🥈
NEERAJ CHOPRA EVEN ON HIS WORST DAY IS AN OLYMPIC SILVER MEDALIST…!!! 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/tpBd9PCF7N
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) August 8, 2024
Hey @Neeraj_chopra1, Great show! To be amongst the best in your discipline in back-to-back Olympics is a fantastic achievement. It needed a monstrous and spectacular throw from Arshad Nadeem to break the 90m barrier twice, something unheard of, to pip you into the silver… pic.twitter.com/2vc96MVDfD
— Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc) August 9, 2024
Congratulations @Neeraj_chopra1 for securing consecutive Olympic medals. You’re a true champion. Your hard work and passion are an inspiration to many #Paris2024
— Yusuf Pathan (@iamyusufpathan) August 9, 2024
Congrats @Neeraj_chopra1 on another stupendous Olympic effort.
Doubling your medal tally and making the 🇮🇳 flag fly high #Olympic2024 pic.twitter.com/7pVHkwB9fz
— DK (@DineshKarthik) August 8, 2024
Neeraj Chopra bhut bhut Mubarak Mere bhai 🇮🇳❤️🙏 @Neeraj_chopra1 pic.twitter.com/8CDqNe7qWl
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) August 9, 2024
A consecutive Olympic medal! Congratulations @Neeraj_chopra1 on not just winning the medal but etching your name in India’s sporting history!
— Cheteshwar Pujara (@cheteshwar1) August 9, 2024
Proving yet again that his spirit to win is as unbreakable as his javelin’s flight.
You have not only won a historic silver medal but have also brought a golden moment for every Indian heart.
Here’s to the champion who reminds us all that even in silver, there lies a golden… pic.twitter.com/OZ5H5xx2rn
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) August 9, 2024
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