Neeraj Chopra: Competed in Diamond League 2024 final with a fracture in my left hand
Two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra revealed he competed in the Diamond League final in Brussels despite fracturing the fourth metacarpal in his left hand.
On Saturday, Neeraj came agonisingly close to reclaiming a second Diamond trophy, falling short by 1cm, as Anderson Peters won the men’s javelin throw event.
“On Monday, I injured myself in practice and x-rays showed that I had fractured the fourth metacarpal in my left hand. It was another painful challenge for me. But with the help of my team, I was able to participate in Brussels.
“This was the last competition of the year, and I wanted to end my season on the track. While I couldn’t meet my own expectations, I feel this was a season in which I learned a lot. I am now determined to return, fully fit and ready to go.
“I want to thank all of you for your encouragement. 2024 has made me a better athlete and person. See you in 2025,” the javelin thrower said on X.
This, however, is not the first time the Indian javelin superstar struggled with fitness concerns. Throughout the season Neeraj has been having issues with his health and is expected to meet a doctor to rectify a groin injury that has affected him all season and came in the way of his quest to hit the 90m mark.