Thunderous applause, packed stands and Neeraj Chopra victory: Bengaluru witnesses home champion’s class and rare athletics celebration

Thunderous applause, packed stands and Neeraj Chopra victory: Bengaluru witnesses home champion’s class and rare athletics celebration

It was Neeraj’s tournament, his home turf, and his gold medal — witnessed by a surreal, near-unbelievable crowd, a rarity for athletics in India. But then again, Neeraj Chopra himself is rare. Let’s savour him, celebrate him, and hope he inspires the next generation.

Neeraj Chopra winning a javelin event is regular but an international event on home turf with a huge turnout For NC Classic 2025 in Bengaluru was special. Images: PTI/Neeraj Chopra Classic