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India’s javelin throw sensation Neeraj Chopra has etched his name in the annals of history by becoming the first Indian to secure a gold medal at the World Athletics Championship. Revered across the nation as the ‘golden boy,’ Neeraj’s remarkable achievement on Sunday (August 27) left the entire country awestruck and proud.
Neeraj had previously displayed his prowess by securing a silver medal at the same championship, but he exhibited an unrelenting determination to ascend the podium’s top step this time and clinched the gold medal with a thunderous throw that stretched an impressive 88.17 meters.
Neeraj Chopra matches Abhinav Bindra’s rare feat
Notably, Neeraj’s victory also draws a parallel with the legendary Abhinav Bindra, who also holds the distinction of clinching gold at both the World Chᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚ𒀱ᩚᩚᩚampionships and the Olympics.
As the news of Neeraj’s historic win reverberated across the nation, a wave of celebration and pride washed over India. Citizens from all walks of life united in congratulating the star javelin thrower for his tremendous achievement. Among those joining the chorus of praise were also icons from the realm of cricket, who expressed their heartfelt admiration for Neeraj’s accomplishment.
Cricketers extend heartiest congratulations to Neeraj Chopra
Cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar, along with other luminaries like Gautam Gambhir, Anil Kumble, and Hardik Pandya, seized the opportunity to extend theiᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚ𒀱ᩚᩚᩚr warmest congratulations to Neeraj Chopra.
Widely regarded as the “God of Cricket,” Sachin lauded Neeraj’s dedication, discipline, and unwavering commitment that culminated in this historic victory. Gambhir, known for his gritty performances on the field, echoed the sentiments of countless fans by terming Neeraj India’s Diamond.
On that note, let’s have a look at all the reactions from Indian cricketing luminaries to Neeraj’s iconic accomplishment.
Here’s how cricketers reacted
India’s first-ever gold🥇at the . It's a historic milestone for Indian sports. May your hard work keep shining in every tournament you represent 🇮🇳.
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt)
Gold for our diamond!🥇🇮🇳
— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir)
Congratulat✨ions ! Another outstanding achievement, another glorious moment 🥇
— hardik pandya (@hardikpandya7)
Congꦛratulations on winning Gold at the World Athletics Championships.
— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074)
India celebrates its first Gold at the World Athleti🤡cs Championship! ✱🥇 Kudos to the ever-inspiring for raising the bar yet again. Congratulations!
— Yusuf Pathan (@iamyusufpathan)
Making India prou🌌d! Congratulations on winning the gold at the World Athletics Champཧionships bhai 🇮🇳🫡🥇
— Yuzvendra Chahal (@yuzi_chahal)
A rem🌺arkable athlete. A true Champion who saves his best for the biggest occasions time after time. Take a bow. 🇮🇳
— Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc)
Fenkon t✱oh aise fenko ki chaar log 💛bole Kya fekta hai yaar.
88.17 mtr door Bhaala phenka and a ༺World Athletics Championship Gold for our Champion . The meg𓄧a run continues .
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag)
What a champ! Congratulations on being crowned the World 😼Champion 👏🏾 We are proud of you.
— Robbie Uthappa (@robbieuthappa)
We all love Gold but Neeraj Cho🉐pra Adores it… entire nation is proud of you brother
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan)
First Indian to win Gold at World Athletics Championship 🙌🏽 Golden boy makes us proud once again, congratulations 🥇♏
— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14)
AND HE HAS DONE IT!!🅘 🇮🇳🇮🇳 creates HISTORY 🔥🔥🔥
✨ Neeraj becomes 1st EVER 🇮🇳 ATHLET♑E to win GOLD 🥇 medal in Athletics Worlﷺd Championships.
THE ENTIRE NATION IS PROUD OF YOU NEERAJ!! 🥇
— MANOJ TIWARY (@tiwarymanoj)
First Indian Athlete to win a Gold Medal at the World Athletics Championships !!�ꦺ�🇮🇳 Proud Momeꦍnt 👏👏
— S.Badrinath (@s_badrinath)
