**Paris, August 6, 2024** — Neeraj Chopra, the reigning Olympic gold medalist in the javelin throw, has advanced to the final of the event at the Paris Olympics with a season’s best performance of 89.34 meters. Chopra achieved this impressive throw on his first attempt during the qualification round on Tuesday, easily surpassing the automatic qualifying mark of 84 meters and securing the top position in Group B.This performance is not only the second-best of Chopra’s career but also a reassuring sign for fans and analysts who had been concerned about his fitness. The athlete had previously disclosed dealing with an adductor injury in the lead-up to the Games. Chopra’s qualification throw alleviates those concerns and positions him as a strong contender for the gold medal in the final.The javelin throw final is scheduled to take place later this week, and Chopra’s outstanding performance in the qualification round has bolstered his chances of defending his title.