Why Neeraj Chopra's CWG 2026 silver means more with Yashvir Singh by his side
Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra secured a silver medal in the javelin throw at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. He shared the podium with fellow Indian athlete Yashvir Singh, who earned the bronze medal in his debut appearance.
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This event highlights the continued dominance of Indian athletes in international track and field competitions and the emergence of new talent in the sport.
NEW DELHI: Neeraj Chopra added another medal to his glittering career at the Commonwealth Games, but the silver medal was not the only reason for his smile. The Olympic champion said sharing the podium with fellow Indian Yashvir Singh made the moment even more special.Neeraj finished second in the men's javelin throw with a season-best effort of 85.83m, while Commonwealth Games debutant Yashvir Singh clinched the bronze medal with a personal best throw of 85.41m in his final attempt. Sri Lanka's Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage claimed the gold with a best throw of 89.75m. Competing in only his second event of the season, Neeraj battled difficult weather conditions to throw 85.83m in his second attempt. The effort, his season best, was enough to earn him the silver medal in his second Commonwealth Games appearance.
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