What to Expect at Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025?

Bengaluru, July 3 (NationPress) In a significant chapter for Indian athletics, the Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025, recognized as India’s inaugural international javelin tournament, is poised to take place at Bengaluru’s Sree Kanteerava Stadium this Saturday.

This momentous occasion, co-hosted by two-time Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra and JSW Sports, and endorsed by the Athletics Federation of India, signifies a substantial advancement for athletics in India.

With its esteemed World Athletics Gold level status, the Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025 is set to present elite global athletes while establishing India’s presence on the worldwide athletics landscape. This event pays tribute to the extraordinary achievements of Neeraj Chopra, whose illustrious career continues to motivate countless individuals; it is a celebration of a transformative movement for Indian sports.

Here’s a comprehensive overview of the inaugural Neeraj Chopra Classic:

Bringing together world champions, Olympic medalists, and top-tier throwers from around the world, this World Athletics Gold level event aims to raise the standards of track and field in India.

Participant List:

International Competitors

Thomas Rohler (Germany): The 2016 Olympic champion, Thomas Rohler is one of the sport’s legends, boasting a personal best of 93.90m.

Julius Yego (Kenya): A trailblazer in African javelin throwing, Yego is a 2015 World Champion and 2016 Olympic silver medalist with a personal best of 92.72m.

Curtis Thompson (USA): As a top American javelin thrower and 2023 Pan American Games champion, Thompson has a personal best of 87.76m.

Martin Konecny (Czech Republic): This talented 27-year-old has made his mark with a personal best of 80.59m, achieved in 2025 and has competed internationally.

Luiz Mauricio Da Silva (Brazil): A dominant figure in South American athletics, Da Silva has multiple podium finishes and a personal best of 86.62m.

Rumesh Pathirage (Sri Lanka): A burgeoning talent, Pathirage recently established a national record and won gold at last year's Asian Throwing Championships, with a personal best of 85.45m.

Cyprian Mrzygłod (Poland): The 27-year-old European U23 champion has a personal best of 85.92m set this year.

Indian Athletes

Neeraj Chopra: The trailblazer of Indian javelin, Chopra made history as the first Indian to win an Olympic gold in athletics and holds a personal best of 90.23m.

Sachin Yadav: With a personal record of 85.16m, the Asian Championships silver medalist recently clinched gold at both the Federation Cup and National Games.

Rohit Yadav: The 24-year-old has a personal best of 83.40m and recently earned silver at the National Games 2025 with a throw of 80.47m.

Sahil Silwal: A promising athlete with a personal best of 81.81m, Silwal secured a gold medal at last year's National Inter-State Championships.

Yashvir Singh: With a personal best of 82.57m achieved at the 2025 Asian Championships, Singh gained recognition by breaking Neeraj Chopra’s U-20 Fed Cup record.

Date: July 5, 2025

Time: 7 PM IST

Venue: Sree Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru

Where to Watch?

TV: Star Sports 1 Hindi and Star Sports 2; OTT: JioHotstar