Neeraj Chopra Removed His Name From Paris Diamond League: Report

India's Pride and world champian Javelin throw star Neeraj Chopra has decided to opt out of this Sunday's Paris Diamond League due to the adductor niggle that is troubling him for the part couple of months.

India’s Pride and world champian Javelin throw star Neeraj Chopra has decided to opt out of this Sunday’s Paris Diamond League due to the adductor niggle that is troubling him for the part couple of months. Sharing with ESPN, Chopra said that he is focusing on training and strengthening his blocking leg.

“I need to strengthen my blocking leg when I throw because that’s when my groin gets pulled. We’re working on that to see how we can reduce the impact on the groin and control the pressure on it,” he said, explaining the issue for which he will consult “different doctors” after the Paris Games.

“I could have competed in more events for sure and that was the plan. But I have realised that my health is paramount, that comes first. Even if I feel the slightest discomfort or like I am pushing myself too much in training, I’ve learnt to pause for a bit,” he added.

The run-up pace is transferred to the hip and then to the throwing arm during the block phase, which is an important maneuver that culminates in the javelin being launched into the air.

With a throw of 85.97 meters, Chopra won the Paavo Nurmi Games in Turku, Finland, last month. He stated he has grown wiser over time and no longer takes risks to keep his word, unlike before his Olympic gold.

“Back then, if I had an entry in a competition, I would definitely go and compete no matter what happened. But now with more experience, I am better placed to make correct decisions,” he said.

“I was happy with my performance in Turku, but I felt there was more work to do. I was slow on the runway compared to my normal speed.