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Neeraj Chopra finally breached the elusive 90m frontier with a 90.23m throw but the trailblazing Indian had to settle for a second place behind Germany's Julian Weber in a dramatic men's javelin contest at the Doha leg of the prestigious Diamond League Meeting series on Friday.
The 27-year-old double Olympic medallist Indian sent his spear to 90.23m in his third attempt to join a list of javelin throwers, led by his current coach Jan Zelezny of Czechia, who had recorded 90m-plus efforts. He became the third Asian and 25th overall to achieve the feat.
However, Weber turned the tables and took the top spot with his sixth and final throw, measuring 91.06m. Chopra was leading before Weber's final attempt.
It was Weber's first 90m-plus effort as well, and he became the 26th javelin thrower to breach the coveted mark. His effort was the world leading mark this season so far.
Two-time world champion and Paris Olympics bronze medallist Anderson Peters of Grenada was third with his opening throw of 84.65m.
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"I am very happy to have breached the 90m mark but it's a bitter-sweet experience," Chopra said later.
"My coach Jan Zelezny said today is the day when I can throw 90m. The wind helps and weather is little warm and that helps. I also told Julian that we can throw 90m. I am also happy for him (Julian).
"I believe I can throw farther than this in the coming events. We will work on some aspects and will throw 90m plus again this season," he added.
The other Indian in the fray, Kishore Jena finished eighth with a below-par throw of 78.60m.
Chopra began the contest with 88.44m, followed by a foul attempt. He then sent his spear past the elusive 90m mark to the collective sigh of relief of the whole country. His next three series were 80.56m, foul and 88.20m.
He first competed in the Doha DL in 2018 when he finished fourth with a best throw of 87.43m.
After winning gold in the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, he took the title here in 2023 (88.67m) and finished second in 2024 (88.36m).
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Neeraj Chopra's highest throw full list
| Neeraj Chopra’s best throw in javelin throw events | |||
| Rank | Throw | Competition | Date |
| 1 | 90.23m | Doha Diamond League 2025 | May 16, 2025 |
| 2 | 89.94m | Stockholm Diamond League 2022 | June 30, 2022 |
| 3 | 89.49m | Lausanne Diamond League 2024 | August 22, 2024 |
| 4 | 89.45m | Paris 2024 Olympics - F | August 8, 2024 |
| 5 | 89.34m | Paris 2024 Olympics - Q | August 6, 2024 |
| 6 | 89.30m | Paavo Nurmi Games 2022 (Turku) | June 14, 2022 |
| 7 | 89.08m | Lausanne Diamond League 2022 | August 26, 2022 |
| 8 | 88.88m | Asian Games 2023 (Hangzhou) | October 4, 2023 |
| 9 | 88.77m | World Athletics Championships 2023 (Budapest) - Q | August 25, 2023 |
| 10 | 88.67m | Doha Diamond League 2023 | May 5, 2023 |
| 11 | 88.44m | Zurich Diamond League Final 2022 | September 8, 2022 |
| 12 | 88.39m | World Athletics Championships 2022 (Oregon) - Q | July 21, 2022 |
| 13 | 88.36m | Doha Diamond League 2024 | May 10, 2024 |
| 14 | 88.17m | World Athletics Championships 2023 (Budapest) - F | August 27, 2023 |
| 15 | 88.13m | World Athletics Championships 2022 (Oregon) - F | July 23, 2022 |
| 16 | 88.07m | Indian Grand Prix 3 2021 (Patiala) | March 5, 2021 |
| 17 | 88.06m | Asian Games 2018 (Jakarta) | August 27, 2018 |
| 18 | 88.00m | Zurich Diamond League Final 2022 | September 8, 2022 |
| 19 | 87.86m | Brussels Diamond League Final 2024 | September 14, 2024 |
| 20 | 87.86m | ACNW League Meeting 1 2020 (Potchefstroom) | January 28, 2020 |
| 21 | 87.80m | Federation Cup 2021 (Patiala) | March 17, 2021 |
| 22 | 87.73m | World Athletics Championships 2023 (Budapest) - F | August 27, 2023 |
| 23 | 87.66m | Lausanne Diamond League 2023 | June 30, 2023 |
| 24 | 87.58m | Tokyo 2020 Olympics - F | August 7, 2021 |
| 25 | 87.46m | Stockholm Diamond League 2022 | June 30, 2022 |
| 26 | 87.43m | Doha Diamond League 2018 | May 4, 2018 |
| 27 | 87.03m | Tokyo 2020 Olympics - F | August 7, 2021 |
| 28 | 87.00m | Zurich Diamond League Final 2022 | September 8, 2022 |
| 29 | 86.92m | Paavo Nurmi Games 2022 (Turku) | June 14, 2022 |
| 30 | 86.84m | Stockholm Diamond League 2022 | June 30, 2022 |
| 31 | 86.82m | Brussels Diamond League Final 2024 | September 14, 2024 |
| 32 | 86.79m | Kuortane Games 2021 | June 26, 2021 |
| 33 | 86.69m | Kuortane Games 2022 | June 18, 2022 |
| 34 | 86.67m | Stockholm Diamond League 2022 | June 30, 2022 |
| 35 | 86.65m | Tokyo 2020 Olympics - Q | August 4, 2021 |
| 36 | 86.52m | Doha Diamond League 2023 | May 5, 2023 |
| 37 | 86.48m | World U20 Championships 2016 (Bydgoszcz) | July 23, 2016 |
| 38 | 86.47m | Commonwealth Games 2018 (Gold Coast) | April 14, 2018 |
What is Neeraj Chopra’s highest javelin throw?
Neeraj Chopra’s personal best in the javelin throw is 90.23 metres, achieved at the Doha Diamond League on May 16, 2025. This marked the first time he crossed the prestigious 90m barrier in his career.
When and where did Neeraj Chopra throw 89.94 metres?
Neeraj recorded a throw of 89.94 metres at the Stockholm Diamond League on June 30, 2022. It stood as his personal best until he surpassed it in 2025.
Has Neeraj Chopra crossed 89 metres more than once?
Yes, Neeraj Chopra has crossed the 89-metre mark seven times in his career so far. These include:
- 90.23m – Doha Diamond League 2025
- 89.94m – Stockholm Diamond League 2022
- 89.49m – Lausanne Diamond League 2024
- 89.45m – Paris 2024 Olympics (Final)
- 89.34m – Paris 2024 Olympics (Qualification)
- 89.30m – Paavo Nurmi Games 2022
- 89.08m – Lausanne Diamond League 2022
Which major events has Neeraj Chopra thrown over 88 metres?
Neeraj has thrown over 88 metres in several key events, including:
- Asian Games 2023 – 88.88m
- World Championships 2023 (Qualifying) – 88.77m
- Doha Diamond League 2023 – 88.67m
- World Championships 2022 & 2023 (Finals) – 88.13m and 88.17m
- Indian Grand Prix 2021 – 88.07m
How consistent is Neeraj Chopra above 85 metres?
Neeraj Chopra has consistently thrown above 85 metres across multiple international competitions, with over 30 recorded throws above that mark. His consistency is a testament to his elite status in global athletics.
How many times has Neeraj thrown above 88 metres in Diamond League events?
He has thrown over 88 metres in five Diamond League appearances, including:
- 90.23m – Doha 2025
- 89.94m – Stockholm 2022
- 89.49m – Lausanne 2024
- 89.08m – Lausanne 2022
- 88.44m – Zurich 2022 Final
What was Neeraj Chopra’s best throw in the Olympics?
Neeraj Chopra’s best Olympic throw is 89.45 metres, achieved during the Paris 2024 Olympics final, where he secured a podium finish.
When did Neeraj Chopra first cross 87 metres?
Neeraj Chopra first threw beyond 87 metres at the Doha Diamond League in 2018, with a mark of 87.43 metres.
What is Neeraj Chopra's rank among all-time javelin throwers?
While exact all-time rankings vary by governing body and season, with his 90.23m throw, Neeraj Chopra has solidified his position among the top active javelin throwers globally and continues to be India's best-ever in the discipline.
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