Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra secured the second position with a remarkable performance at the Diamond League 2025 finals held in Zurich, Switzerland.
Sports News: The Diamond League 2025 final was held in Zurich, and Indian fans' eyes were fixed on Neeraj Chopra for the javelin throw event. Neeraj's best throw in six rounds was 85.01 meters, but he narrowly missed winning the title for the second time. This year, the title was won by Germany's Julian Weber with a spectacular throw of 91.51 meters in his second round. Meanwhile, Keshorn Walcott of Trinidad and Tobago clinched the third position with a throw of 84.95 meters.
Julian Weber's Historic Performance
Germany's Julian Weber won his first Diamond League final title with an impressive throw of 91.51 meters in this competition. This performance was the longest throw by any athlete in the season, captivating the audience. Weber achieved throws exceeding 90 meters twice in this competition, showcasing his technical expertise and mental fortitude.
Neeraj Chopra registered throws of 84.35 meters in the first round, 82 meters in the second, and 85.01 meters in the sixth round. Although he fouled in three rounds, his final attempt of 85.01 meters secured him the second spot. This demonstrates his consistency and mental strength, which establish him as a prominent athlete on the international stage.
Keshorn Walcott's Third Place
Keshorn Walcott of Trinidad and Tobago secured the third position with a throw of 84.95 meters. This performance highlights his technical skill and mental strength. Among other notable results in this competition, American sprinter Christian Coleman strengthened his position by winning the 100 meters race in 9.97 seconds. Norway's Karsten Warholm broke the meet record in the 400 meters hurdles with a time of 46.70 seconds.
Dutch runner Niels Laros emerged victorious in the 1500 meters with a national record of 3:29.20. Emmanuel Wanyonyi of Kenya won the 800 meters. All these performances have heightened expectations and excitement for the upcoming World Championships.
