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Neeraj braces to defend javelin crown after rest of athletics contingent disappoints
In January this year, India’s superstar athlete Neeraj Chopra had the chance to meet the legendary Roger Federer in Switzerland. It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to pick the brains of someone who has seen it all in his career, from the highest of highs to some crushing lows. After a quick chat about Indian food, Neeraj wanted to know something specific from the 20-time Grand Slam champion, who had one of the longest elite sporting careers in the world.
Neeraj, 26 years old, will enter the Stade de France on Thursday night as the reigning Olympic and World Champion in men’s javelin throw. He might already know a thing or two about longevity. He’s still young, but has been at the centre of all Indian athletics hopes since the time he broke the junior world record back in 2016. READ MORE
