Neeraj Chopra Career, Achievements, Personal Life, and Net Worth 2024

Name

Neeraj chopra

• Date of Birth – 24 December 1997
• Place of Birth – Khandra, Panipat, Haryana, India
• Nationality – Indian
• Occupation – Javelin Thrower

Education

• Schooling – Completed his schooling in his hometown.
• Higher Education– Pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree from DAV College, Chandigarh.

Career

• Early Career – Took up javelin throwing in 2011 and quickly rose through the ranks in national competitions.
• Junior Achievements
  • Won gold at the 2016 IAAF World U20 Championships in Bydgoszcz, Poland, with world junior record throw of 86.48 meters.
• Senior Achievements
  • Commonwealth Games 2018
    Won gold with a throw of 86.47 meters.
  • Asian Games 2018
    Won gold and set a new national record with a throw of 88.06 meters.
  • Tokyo Olympics 2020
    Won gold with a throw of 87.58 meters, becoming the first Indian athlete to win an Olympic gold medal in track and field.
  • World Athletics Championships 2023
    Won gold with a throw of 88.17 meters, becoming the first Indian athlete to win gold at the World Athletics Championships.

Personal Life

Family

• Father Name – Satish Kumar
• Mother Name– Saroj Devi
• Sister Name– Sangeeta
• Sister Name– Sarita

Training

Trains under various coaches and at multiple training camps in India and abroad to Improve his skills.

Net Worth

In 2024 Neeraj Chopra’s net worth is estimated to be around $5 million. Earn from his athletic career, endorsements and government awards.

Awards and Recognitions

• Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award – India’s highest sporting honor. Year 2021
• Padma Shri – India’s fourth-highest civilian award. Year 2022
• Arjuna Award – Recognized for his outstanding achievements in sports. Year 2018

Philanthropy

Involved in various charitable activities, particularly those promoting sports and fitness among the youth in India.

Other Ventures

Endorsements – Associated with several high-profile brands. leveraging his popularity to promote sports and healthy living.

Social Media Presence

1. Instagram: @neeraj____chopra
2. Twitter: @Neeraj_chopra1
3. Facebook: Neeraj Chopra

Neeraj Chopra is recognised for his exceptional achievements in javelin throwing for inspiring a new generation of athletes in India.