Archive · 16 Jun 2025
Neeraj Chopra Classic Set to Debut on July 5 in Bengaluru
The Neeraj Chopra Classic, a big javelin throwing contest, is coming to India!
It's named after Neeraj Chopra, a famous Indian athlete.
Top javelin throwers from around the world are coming to compete in Bengaluru on July 5th.
It's like the Olympics for javelin, a very important event!
It was supposed to happen earlier, but got moved.
This event is a chance for India to shine and for everyone to see the best in the world compete.
Neeraj Chopra Classic, India's first international javelin competition, will be held on July 5, 2025.
The event features top global javelin throwers, including Anderson Peters, Thomas Rohler, and Julius Yego.
It will take place at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru.
The competition is a World Athletics 'A' category meet.
The event was postponed from May 29 due to cross-border tensions and venue lighting issues.
- Who
- Neeraj Chopra and other elite javelin throwers.
- What
- Neeraj Chopra Classic, an international javelin competition.
- When
- July 5, 2025 (postponed from May 29).
- Where
- Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru.
- Why
- To host a high-level international athletics event and for Neeraj Chopra to compete in India.
- Event Name
- Neeraj Chopra Classic
- Sport
- Javelin Throw
- Location
- Bengaluru
- Date
- July 5, 2025
- Participants
- Neeraj Chopra, Anderson Peters, others
- Event Tier
- World Athletics 'A' Category
