Glasgow: Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra will begin his bid to reclaim the Commonwealth Games title when he takes part in the men's javelin throw event

Daijiworld Media Network - Glasgow Glasgow, Jul 30: Neeraj Chopra advanced to the men's javelin throw final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after recording a best throw of 79.61 metres in the qualification round on Friday. The two-time Olympic medallist finished fifth overall in a tightly contested field to secure one.....

Neeraj opted against taking his final attempt after securing qualification in fifth place with a best throw of 79.61m on his second attempt.

After injury and reset, Neeraj Chopra returns to the Commonwealth Games where he burst onto the world stage in 2018. The fear is gone and he feels ready. But whether his gamble has paid off remains to be seen. Glasgow will tell.

Neeraj Chopra, Rohit Yadav, and Yash Vir Singh advance to the javelin final at CWG 2026 on August 1.