‘Still some time for Olympics’: Neeraj shares injury update, reveals comeback plans

Two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra has announced plans to make a strong comeback in 2027 following an ankle ligament injury that ended his 2026 season early. Speaking at an event in Mumbai, the Indian javelin thrower stated that he is prioritizing full rehabilitation and performance improvements as he prepares for the upcoming season and looks ahead toward the 2028 Olympic Games.

Chopra, who missed the 2026 Asian Games in Japan alongside teammate Kishore Jena, also praised fellow Indian throwers Yash Vir Singh and Rohit Yadav for securing silver and bronze medals at the event. He commended their success, emphasizing that the emerging talent demonstrates India's depth in javelin while encouraging the young athletes to stay healthy and injury-free.