Neeraj Chopra Classic
| Neeraj Chopra Classic | |
|---|---|
| Location |  India |
| Event type | Track and field Javelin throw |
| Established | 5 July 2025 |
 2025 Neeraj Chopra Classic | |
Neeraj Chopra Classic , also known as the NC Classic, is a World Athletics gold javelin event held in India.[1] Named after the Indian javelin icon Neeraj Chopra, it is the nation's first international javelin event.[2] It offers gold-level ranking points to athletes.[3]
History
[edit]The initial idea was to hold the inaugural competition at Tau Devi Lal Athletic Stadium in Panchkula, a region where Neeraj Chopra started his career. But the venue was shifted to Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru to fulfill the infrastructure requirements for a gold category event.[4] Originally scheduled for 24 May 2025 in Bengaluru, the event was rescheduled to July 5 due to the 2025 India and Pakistan crisis.[5] Julius Yego, Thomas Röhler, Curtis Thompson and other javelin stars participated in the first edition.[6] Laser lights and dance performances kicked off the inaugural edition of the javelin meet.[7]
Results
[edit]| Edition | Venue | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Sree Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru | Neeraj Chopra (Longest Throw - 86.18m)
|
 Julius Yego (Longest Throw - 84.51m)
|
 Rumesh Pathirage
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References
[edit]- ^ "What's the buzz about Neeraj Chopra Classic? A historic first for Indian sport". India Today. 2025-07-05. Retrieved 2025-07-05.
- ^ "Neeraj Chopra Classic to be held on July 5". The Times of India. 2025-06-04. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
- ^ "Fan asks Rs 2000 to watch NC Classic, Neeraj Chopra offers him VVIP experience". India Today. 2025-06-27. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
- ^ Mishra, Abhishek (2025-06-03). "NC Classic: New Date Set for July 5th at Bengaluru's Sri Kanteerava Stadium". Revsportz | Sports News Portal | Latest Sports Articles. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
- ^ "Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025 entry list: Former world and Olympic champions to compete in Bengaluru".
- ^ "Julius Yego Interview: From Kenya to Bengaluru, for javelin and friendship". India Today. 2025-07-05. Retrieved 2025-07-05.
- ^ "NC Classic: Laser lights, loud music and enthusiastic crowd, Neeraj Chopra and javelin get a rousing welcome". The Indian Express. 2025-07-05. Retrieved 2025-07-05.
- ^ PTI (2025-07-05). "Neeraj Chopra wins inaugural NC Classic with 86.18m throw". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2025-07-05.