Neeraj Chopra is competing in the men’s javelin throw final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow
Neeraj Chopra is competing in the men’s javelin throw final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow
Neeraj Chopra is competing in the men’s javelin throw final at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, aiming for the gold medal after qualifying with a throw of 79.61m. [1, 2]
Qualification and Final Details
- Qualification Round: Finished fifth overall at Scotstoun Stadium under challenging, windy conditions with a best effort of 79.61m.
- Event Schedule: The medal final is set for late night/early morning on July 31 / August 1, 2026 at 12:45 AM IST.
- Indian Finalists: Joined in the 12-man final lineup by compatriots Rohit Yadav and Yash Vir Singh.
- Key Competitors: Faces a tough field featuring Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem, Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage, and Grenada’s Anderson Peters. [2, 3, 4, 5]
Neeraj Chopra will compete in the men’s javelin throw final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow tonight, scheduled for 12:45 AM IST on Saturday, August 1 (local time: 8:15 PM on Friday, July 31). [1]
The Indian superstar booked his spot in the 12-man medal round at Scotstoun Stadium after managing a best throw of 79.61 metres during Thursday’s qualification phase, finishing fifth overall in tough, freezing, and windy conditions. [1, 2, 3]
Key Details for the Final
- The Indian Contingent: India is the only country with three athletes in the final. Chopra is joined by Rohit Yadav (who threw 78.37m to finish 9th) and Yash Vir Singh (who threw 78.36m to finish 10th). [2, 4]
- The Main Competitors: The final boasts a world-class field, including Sri Lanka’s rising star Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage, who topped the qualifiers with an 82.84m throw. Reigning Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem of Pakistan also advanced, placing seventh in qualification with a 78.63m effort. Grenada’s Anderson Peters qualified second with an 81.29m mark. [2, 5]
- Chopra’s Goal: Having won gold at the 2018 Gold Coast Games but missing the 2022 Birmingham edition due to injury, Chopra is aiming to reclaim his Commonwealth crown. [6, 7]
Javelin Qualification Standings (Top Contenders)
| Athlete | Country | Qualification Mark |
|---|---|---|
| Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage | Sri Lanka | 82.84m |
| Anderson Peters | Grenada | 81.29m |
| Neeraj Chopra | India | 79.61m |
| Arshad Nadeem | Pakistan | 78.63m |
| Rohit Yadav | India | 78.37m |
| Yash Vir Singh | India | 78.36m |
How to Watch in India
Indian fans can track the live action on TV via the Sony Sports Network (Sony Sports Ten 2, 3, and 4) and DD Sports. Live streaming is available online through the SonyLIV App. [1, 8]
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