Archive · 1 Jan 2026
Neeraj Chopra's 2025: Marriage, Medals, and New Coach
Neeraj Chopra, a famous Indian javelin thrower, had a busy and exciting year in 2025.
He got married to Himani Mor and had a big party in December with important guests like the Prime Minister of India.
Neeraj also had some ups and downs in his sports career.
He broke a big record in one competition but didn't do as well in another.
He also got a new coach who is a big star in javelin throwing.
Overall, it was a year full of important moments for Neeraj, both in his personal life and his sports career.
Neeraj Chopra married Himani Mor in January 2025 and hosted a reception in December attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Chopra had a mixed athletic year, breaking the 90-metre mark in Doha but finishing eighth overall due to fitness issues.
He won gold at the Golden Spike Ostrava and silver in the 2025 Diamond League final, maintaining his top-two streak since 2021.
Chopra hired Jan Zelezny, a Czech javelin throw legend, as his new coach.
He made history by winning gold at the Tokyo Olympics and silver at the Paris Olympics, along with other World Championship medals.
- Who
- Neeraj Chopra, Indian javelin thrower, and his wife Himani Mor Chopra
- What
- Marriage, athletic achievements, and coaching changes in 2025
- When
- Throughout 2025, with a reception on December 26
- Where
- New Delhi, India, and various international athletic events
- Why
- To celebrate personal and professional milestones
- Athlete
- Neeraj Chopra
- Spouse
- Himani Mor Chopra
- Notable Attendee
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- New Coach
- Jan Zelezny
- World Record Holder
- Jan Zelezny (98.48 metres)
- Key Achievements
- Gold at Tokyo Olympics, Silver at Paris Olympics, Mixed 2025 Results
