Last 10 months tested me in ways I never expected: Neeraj Chopra
Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has opened up about the physical and mental challenges of recovering from multiple injuries over the past 10 months. Despite these setbacks, he successfully returned to competition at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
Why it matters
Chopra's recovery highlights the intense physical demands on elite athletes and the importance of support systems in maintaining a professional career.
Opening about the fitness issues that he has been battling for close to a year, Indian javelin throw ace Neeraj Chopra said the last 10 months have tested him in ways that he never expected.
The 28-year-old two-time Olympic medallist, who added a Commonwealth Games silver to his crowded cabinet last week, was primarily hampered by an adductor muscle injury and a few other niggles along with it.
His start to the season was delayed but he managed to find his rhythm at the CWG in Glasgow with a season's best of 85.83m.
"There are throws that travel far, and then there are moments that carry the weight of an entire journey. The past 10 months has tested me in ways I never expected," he posted on instagram on Tuesday alongside a short clip of his CWG performance.
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