Neeraj Chopra: Excellence in Javelin with Historic Olympic Silver

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Neeraj Chopra for winning his second consecutive Olympic medal, a silver in the men's javelin throw. Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem set a new Olympic record to win gold. Modi expressed that Chopra's achievements inspire future athletes and make India proud.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday praised Neeraj Chopra as 'excellence personified' after he became the first Indian track-and-field athlete to win two successive Olympic medals, securing silver in the men's javelin throw.

Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem set a new Olympic record, winning his country's first individual gold with a staggering throw of 92.97m in his second attempt. Chopra's best throw was 89.45m, earning him the silver medal.

In a post on X, Modi said, 'Neeraj Chopra is excellence personified! Time and again, he has shown his brilliance. India is elated that he has come back with yet another Olympic success.' He added, 'Congratulations to him on winning the silver. He will continue to motivate countless upcoming athletes to pursue their dreams and make our nation proud.'

(With inputs from agencies.)