World Athletics C'ships: Sachin Yadav misses bronze by 40 cm; Neeraj finishes a poor eighth in javelin throw final

IANS | September 18, 2025 6:26 PM

Tokyo, Sep 18 (IANS) Neeraj Chopra's defence of his World title ended in bitter disappointment as the Indian two-time Olympic medallist finished a humbling eighth, struggling for rhythm and failing to produce his best in the javelin throw final in the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on Thursday. Chopra could only produce a best effort of 84.03m, nowhere close to his personal best of 90.23m, which he achieved earlier in the season in Doha.

Below-par Neeraj Chopra finishes second in Diamond League Final; Weber on top with 91.51 m throw

IANS | August 29, 2025 1:19 AM

Zurich, Aug 29 (IANS) World Champion Neeraj Chopra produced his best throw of the night on his sixth and final turn -- hurling the javelin to 85.01 -- to finish second in the season-ending Diamond League Final here on Thursday night. Chopra was placed third at 84.35 with two legal throws, followed by three fouls, but moved up to second place, overtaking Keshorn Walcott, with his last-ditch effort.

Adani Ahmedabad Marathon returns for 9th edition on Nov 30

IANS | August 18, 2025 12:28 PM

Ahmedabad, Aug 18 (IANS) Adani Ahmedabad Marathon is set to return for its 9th edition on November 30, with registrations officially opening on August 15. Organised by Adani Sportsline, the 2025 marathon will once again be flagged off from the Sabarmati Riverfront, weaving through some of the city’s most iconic landmarks, including the Atal Bridge, Gandhi Ashram, and Ellis Bridge.