Chopra breaks silence on Paris DL absence ahead of Olympics 2024

Neeraj Chopra clarified that he never planned to compete in the Paris Diamond League, focusing instead on preparing for the upcoming Olympics. Addressing speculations on social media, the javelin thrower emphasized that his absence from the event should not be seen as a withdrawal. Chopra, dealing with an adductor issue, received special permission to skip the National Inter-State Championships. Prioritizing his health, he continues to strategize his participation in events leading up to the Olympics.