Pakistan Olympic javelin champion Arshad Nadeem blamed cold Glasgow weather for his ninth-place finish at the Commonwealth Games, citing a stiff body that affected his run-up. He managed 77.41 metres and looks ahead to the Lausanne Diamond League.
Pakistan's Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem finished ninth in the Commonwealth Games javelin throw in Glasgow, sparking criticism over his lack of preparation, coaching disputes, and inadequate institutional support.
Yash Vir Singh won a bronze medal in the men's javelin final at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, throwing 85.41 metres on his final attempt to finish behind Rumesh Tharanga and Neeraj Chopra.
The 2026 Commonwealth Games concluded in Glasgow, with Scotland formally handing over the ceremonial baton to India, marking the start of the countdown to the centenary 2030 Games in Ahmedabad. India finished fourth in the medal standings with 39 medals, despite a smaller contingent and reduced program.
Sri Lanka's Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage won Commonwealth Games javelin gold in Glasgow with an 89.75m throw, establishing a new rivalry with India's Neeraj Chopra (silver) and Yash Vir Singh (bronze), despite challenging conditions.
Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage secured Sri Lanka's first athletics gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, winning the javelin final with an 89.75-meter throw. He overcame strong competitors like Neeraj Chopra and defending champion Arshad Nadeem, who made an early exit. Pathirage previously played cricket.
Yashvir Singh secured a historic bronze medal in javelin at the Commonwealth Games 2026 with a personal best throw of 85.41m, joining Neeraj Chopra, who won silver with 85.83m, completing a memorable double for India.
Neeraj Chopra secured a silver medal with an 85.83m throw, and Yashvir Singh surprisingly won bronze with 85.41m in the men's javelin at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Sri Lanka's Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage claimed gold with 89.75m.
Neeraj Chopra won silver with an 85.83m throw, and Yashvir Singh secured bronze with a personal best of 85.41m at the Commonwealth Games 2026, marking a memorable double podium finish for India in men's javelin.
Neeraj Chopra clinched silver and Yashvir Singh secured bronze in the men's javelin throw at the Commonwealth Games, marking a historic medal double for India. Both athletes expressed joy, with Singh achieving a personal best and Chopra a season-best.
Neeraj Chopra secured a silver medal at the Commonwealth Games 2026 with a season-best 85.83m javelin throw, while fellow Indian Yashvir Singh earned bronze with a personal best 85.41m. Sri Lanka's Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage won gold.
India achieved its most successful day at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, securing six medals across judo and athletics, including two historic judo golds. The haul increased India's total tally to 23 medals, placing them 10th, just one medal behind Wales.
India secured six medals in judo and athletics on Day 9 of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, raising its total to 23 (5 gold, 12 silver, 6 bronze), while all 10 Indian boxers advanced to the finals.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished the 124-member Indian contingent success for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, expressing confidence in their determination. India begins its campaign Thursday with bowls events, with Olympic and world champion Neeraj Chopra and weightlifting star Mirabai Chanu leading medal hopes.
India's javelin star Neeraj Chopra will defend his gold medal at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, from September 19 to October 4. Athletics Federation of India confirmed his participation, noting his recovery from a back injury and a strong season debut throw of 85.69m.
Neeraj Chopra was awarded 'Best Male Athlete of the Year 2025' at the inaugural Indian Athletics Awards in New Delhi. Despite an 8th-place finish at the World Championships, his 2025 season included a historic 90.23m throw in Doha. PT Usha and Anju Bobby George received Lifetime Achievement Awards.
Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra returned from an eight-month injury layoff with a fourth-place finish at the Doha Diamond League. He threw 85.69m, meeting the Commonwealth Games qualification standard, but fell short of a podium finish against strong competition.
Javelin star Neeraj Chopra began his 2026 season at the Doha Diamond League, finishing fourth and qualifying for the Commonwealth Games. This follows a strong 2025 season, including a historic 90.23m throw, despite a dip at the Tokyo World Championships.
Sri Lanka's Rumesh Pathirage secured the men's javelin gold medal at the Doha Diamond League with a throw of 81.35m. Grenada's Anderson Peters took silver (83.27m), and USA's Curtis Thompson claimed bronze after a foul on his final attempt. India's Neeraj Chopra finished fourth with 85.69m, missing the final round.
Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra makes his return at the Doha Diamond League after an injury layoff. He aims to regain competitive sharpness and build momentum for major events like the Commonwealth and Asian Games.
Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra returns to javelin competition at the Doha Diamond League after a back injury. He aims to regain form, secure qualification for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, and face strong rivals like Keshorn Walcott and Rumesh Pathirage.
India's Olympic and world champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra will return to competitive action at the Doha Diamond League on June 19. This marks his first appearance of the 2026 season after training in Switzerland. Chopra aims to regain momentum and surpass the Glasgow Commonwealth Games qualification standard of 82.61 metres.
India's Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has named a 32-member squad for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, featuring stars like Neeraj Chopra and emerging talents. The contingent, with 22 men and 10 women, includes strong representation in jumps and throws, with provisional selections for Chopra and Selva Prabhu pending future performances.
Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra will miss the Doha Diamond League on June 19 due to a back injury. He is undergoing rehabilitation in Switzerland and focusing on upcoming Commonwealth and Asian Games.
