Neeraj Chopra Poised to Break 90m Barrier, Predicts Devendra Jhajharia
Legendary para-athlete Devendra Jhajharia believes that star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra is on the cusp of breaking the elusive 90m barrier. Jhajharia, a double Paralympics gold medalist in the F46 category, predicts that Chopra could reach 93m within the next one or two years.
Chopra’s recent performances have hinted at his potential to surpass the 90m mark. At the Paris Olympics, he won a silver medal with a throw of 89.45m, while at the Lausanne Diamond League, he finished second with a throw of 89.49m.
Jhajharia believes that when Chopra breaks the 90m barrier, he will do so by a significant margin. “When Neeraj does that, he will not throw just 90-plus, his javelin will go 3-4 meters farther,” Jhajharia said.
Jhajharia attributes Chopra’s potential to his age and dedication. “Age is in his favor, 26 is no age, and I am hoping that he will be at his peak when he is 28 or 29,” Jhajharia said. “By then, he will do his best.”
Chopra’s peak form is expected to coincide with the next two years, which will include the 2024 Paris Olympics. Jhajharia believes that Chopra has the potential to achieve his best results during this period.