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India Wins Javelin Double Podium At Commonwealth Games 2026

Neeraj Chopra and Yashvir Singh secure silver and bronze medals

Mumbai Alert · Sports Desk
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Sports Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sat, 01 August 2026 at 01:10 pm
India Wins Javelin Double Podium At Commonwealth Games 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Neeraj Chopra and Yashvir Singh for their impressive performance in the men's javelin throw at the Commonwealth Games 2026.

The Indian duo delivered a memorable double podium finish, with Neeraj Chopra securing the silver medal and Yashvir Singh winning the bronze medal.

Modi praised their achievements, saying that their successes will inspire many young athletes in the country. He congratulated Yashvir on his bronze medal, saying that his achievement will inspire many young athletes.

Neeraj Chopra won the silver medal with a season-best throw of 85.83m, while Yashvir Singh secured the bronze medal with a personal best of 85.41m.

Sri Lanka's R.T. Pathirage delivered a remarkable Games record throw of 89.75m to take home the gold medal.

Neeraj Chopra started with a throw of 80.97m and then improved to 85.83m in his second attempt, which was his best effort in the competition.

The Indian athlete's other valid throws measured 81.29m and 80.73m, while his last two attempts were fouls.

The double podium finish is a historic achievement for India in the men's javelin throw event.

Neeraj Chopra praised Yashvir Singh, saying that his performance brought back memories of the Asian Games.

The Commonwealth Games 2026 are being held in Glasgow, and the men's javelin throw event was one of the most highly anticipated events in the athletics category.

India had a great showing in this important event, with both Neeraj Chopra and Yashvir Singh delivering impressive performances.

The double podium finish is a testament to the growing strength of Indian athletics, and it is expected to inspire many young athletes in the country to take up the sport.

The achievement is also a reflection of the hard work and dedication of the Indian athletes, who have been training tirelessly to achieve success at the international level.

Overall, the double podium finish in the men's javelin throw event is a significant achievement for India, and it is expected to have a positive impact on the development of athletics in the country.

Frequently asked questions

Who won the gold medal in the men's javelin throw event at the Commonwealth Games 2026?

Sri Lanka's R.T. Pathirage won the gold medal with a Games record throw of 89.75m.

What was Neeraj Chopra's best throw in the men's javelin throw event at the Commonwealth Games 2026?

Neeraj Chopra's best throw was 85.83m, which was his season-best.

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