Neeraj Chopra to Lead 73-Member Indian Athletics Squad at Asian Games 2026
· Sports · NDTV Sports, The Hindu, Indian Express
Two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra will spearhead India's 73-member athletics squad at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Chopra aims to defend his men's javelin throw title for the third consecutive time at the continental event. The substantial contingent has been cleared to compete across various track and field disciplines. The Athletics Federation of India announced the roster as part of the country's broader preparations for the multi-sport games.
Why it matters
Neeraj Chopra's leadership anchors India's primary gold medal expectations in track and field at the upcoming Asian Games.
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