Neeraj Chopra in Peak Shape as India Targets Strong Medal Showing at 2026 Commonwealth Games
India's javelin star Neeraj Chopra, recovering from a lower back injury, is in peak physical condition ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Chopra, who won gold in 2018 but missed 2022 due to injury, faces strong competition from athletes like Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem and Sri Lanka's Rumesh Pathirage. India's 32-member athletics team aims to surpass its previous medal tally, with hopes for multiple golds across javelin, jumps, and other events. Chopra emphasizes consistency and winning titles over chasing distance milestones.
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