Bengaluru, July 5, 2025 - Bengaluru came alive as some of the world’s best javelin throwers took part in the first-ever Neeraj Chopra Classic. The event was held at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium and was led by India’s Olympic hero, Neeraj Chopra. It was the first time India hosted such a big international javelin competition, and it was a proud moment for the country.

Big names in javelin from around the world came to compete. This included Olympic winners like Thomas Rohler from Germany and Anderson Peters from Grenada, along with world champion Julius Yego from Kenya. Athletes from the USA, Japan, Brazil, and Sri Lanka also took part. India’s top throwers, including Sahil Silwal, Yashvir Singh, Sachin Yadav, and Rohit Yadav, competed alongside Neeraj Chopra.

Neeraj Chopra had always dreamed of bringing top-level athletics to India. This event was part of that dream. He wants to hold more such competitions in the future, so that Indian athletes can compete at home and learn from the best in the world. He also wants young people in India to get inspired and take up sports like javelin.

The event was full of excitement. Fans cheered loudly as athletes threw the javelin far into the air. Neeraj, who earlier this year threw over 90 metres in Doha, was both the star athlete and the proud host. He also made headlines by surprising a fan with a free trip to watch the event, which made many people smile and admire him even more.

The competition was shown live on TV and online, so people all across India could watch it. Big companies like Audi, BPCL, and Fancode supported the event, showing that Indian athletics is starting to get more attention and money. This is a big step forward for sports in a country where cricket usually takes the spotlight.

The Neeraj Chopra Classic was not just a sports event. It was a symbol of India’s growing strength in athletics. For a long time, Indian athletes have looked for chances to compete at the highest level. This event gave them that chance right here at home. And thanks to Neeraj’s hard work and vision, it’s clear that this is only the beginning.

With world-class athletes, big sponsors, and huge support from fans, the Neeraj Chopra Classic has shown that India is ready to host and shine in global sports.