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Neeraj Chopra Secures Top-Two Finish in Zurich Diamond league

Neeraj Chopra, India’s Olympic gold medallist in javelin, delivered yet another memorable performance at the 2025 Zurich Diamond League Final, securing second place with a dramatic final throw of 85.01m. Despite not breaching the elusive 90m mark, the 27-year-old extended his remarkable streak to 26 consecutive top-two finishes in international competitions, reinforcing his dominance in world athletics.

Competition Highlights

The Zurich event witnessed a spectacular performance from Germany’s Julian Weber, who stole the spotlight with two throws over the 90m mark, including a season-best 91.51m, clinching first place.

Key Results

  1. Julian Weber (Germany) – 91.51m (1st place, season’s best)
  2. Neeraj Chopra (India) – 85.01m (2nd place)
  3. Keshorn Walcott (Trinidad & Tobago) – 84.95m (3rd place)

Other notable results included

  • Anderson Peters – 82.06m (4th)
  • Julius Yego – 82.01m (5th)
  • Andrian Mardare – 81.81m (6th)
  • Simon Wieland – 81.29m (7th)

Neeraj’s Throw Sequence

  • 1st attempt: 84.35m
  • 2nd attempt: 82.00m
  • 3rd–5th attempts: Fouls
  • Final throw: 85.01m (secured 2nd position)

Initially in third place, Neeraj overtook Keshorn Walcott with his last throw, demonstrating his trademark composure under pressure.

Weber’s Dominance

Julian Weber showcased career-best form,

  • 1st attempt: 91.37m
  • 2nd attempt: 91.51m (season’s best, winning throw)
  • Other attempts: 83.66m, 86.45m, 88.66m, with one foul

Weber’s throws confirmed him as the season’s standout performer in javelin.

Significance of Neeraj’s Streak

Neeraj Chopra’s 26 consecutive top-two finishes highlight his unparalleled consistency on the global stage. Since his breakthrough at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Neeraj has remained India’s most reliable athletics icon, bringing stability and recognition to Indian track and field sports.

This streak also places him among the most consistent throwers in athletics history, maintaining podium finishes in World Championships, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, and Diamond League events.

Shivam

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