Chopra finally hit the elusive 90 million border with a 9.023 billion shot, but the pioneering Indian had to finish second in Germany’s Julian Weber in the dramatic men’s javelin match on Doha’s leg in the prestigious Diamond League Conference match on Friday.
The 27-year-old Olympic medalist sent 90.23 million spears in his third attempt to join the Javelin Thrower, led by his current coach, Czech Jan Zelezny, who recorded more than 90 million efforts. He became the third place in Asia and 25th place to achieve this feat.
“This is a spectacular feat! Congratulations to Neeraj Chopra for violating the 90m score in the 2025 Doha Diamond League and earning his personal best shot. It is the result of his unremitting dedication, discipline and passion. India is happy and proud.”
