Neeraj Chopra was forced to end his career in 2026 due to a ligament tear in his ankle. Now, he has made a major announcement regarding his return. He also has the 2028 Olympics in mind.

Indian Javelin Thrower Neeraj Chopra

Star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra had to interrupt his 2026 season due to injury. He is preparing for a strong comeback in 2027. He stated that he is feeling better now. He explained his goals, saying there is still time for the Olympics. He also praised India's performance in the Asian Games javelin throw, which performed well even in his absence.

When Neeraj Chopra was asked about his Olympic preparations during the launch of the 2026 Audi Q3 in Mumbai, he said, "There's still time for the Olympics, but as you know, I had an injury and I'm making a comeback now. The ankle injury I suffered seems to be pretty much healed now."

What is Neeraj Chopra's goal now?

Neeraj further said, "Now my focus is to make a strong comeback next year. I want to bring out the performance that has not come till date."

, he said, "I and Kishore were not there, yet we won two medals this time. Our young athletes are emerging, which is a good sign for India that we have no shortage of talent. I wish those young players all the best for the future. Take care of yourself, stay away from injuries and enjoy the game."