Star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra finished second at the 2025 Doha Diamond League on 16 May 2025, despite achieving a record-breaking throw of 90.23 meters.
- It was the first time in Neeraj’s career that he crossed the 90-meter mark, achieved in the third round.
- However, Germany’s Julian Weber clinched first place with a final throw of 91.06 meters, surpassing Neeraj’s effort.
In another highlight:
- India’s Parul Chaudhary finished 6th in the women’s 3000m steeplechase.
- She set a new national record with a time of 9:13.39, beating her previous best.
