Neeraj Chopra Reacts Honestly After Winning Golden Spike 2025 – Here's Why
India’s javelin star Neeraj Chopra once again proved his dominance by winning the 64th Ostrava Golden Spike with a throw of 85.29 metres. However, his reaction post-event surprised fans as he admitted, “I wasn’t feeling perfect today.”
Golden Spike 2025 – Event Highlights
- Part of World Athletics Gold-level Continental Tour
- Only athlete to breach 85 m mark at the event
- Won with a third-round throw of 85.29 m
- Outperformed Anderson Peters (83.63 m) and Douw Smit (84.12 m)
Why Neeraj Chopra Wasn’t Fully Satisfied
“It was good to win, but I know I could have thrown further. I wasn’t feeling perfect today.”
This candid statement from Neeraj reflects his champion mindset—striving for perfection even when winning.
Career Highlights
Year | Achievement |
---|---|
2020 | Olympic Gold – Tokyo |
2023 | World Championship Gold |
May 2025 | 90.23 m throw – Doha Diamond League |
June 2025 | Paris Diamond League Gold |
June 2025 | Ostrava Golden Spike – 85.29 m |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Why was Neeraj Chopra not fully satisfied with his win?
- He said he wasn’t in top form and expected a stronger throw.
- What was his winning distance at Ostrava?
- 85.29 metres in the third round.
- Has he breached the 90 m mark?
- Yes, in May 2025 with a 90.23 m throw at the Doha Diamond League.
- Who is his coach?
- Jan Železný – a javelin legend and world record holder.
Key Takeaways
- Victory at Ostrava shows world-class consistency.
- Neeraj continues to push boundaries despite wins.
- India’s Olympic hopeful remains in peak form for 2025.
Tags: Neeraj Chopra, Ostrava Golden Spike, javelin throw, Diamond League, World Championships 2025, Jan Zelezny

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