Neeraj Chopra's Surprising Eighth Place: Sachin Yadav Shines at World Championships
In an unexpected turn of events at the World Championships, champion Neeraj Chopra finished eighth in the men's javelin throw finals, while newcomer Sachin Yadav impressed with a personal best, securing fourth place. Chopra's performances fell short, marking a deviation from his usual consistency.

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- Japan
Neeraj Chopra, the defending champion, experienced a difficult outing at the World Championships men's javelin throw finals, concluding in an unexpected eighth place.
Newcomer Sachin Yadav excelled with a personal best, landing fourth. Chopra's day concluded in disappointment, as he struggled to surpass 85 meters in his attempts.
Sachin Yadav notably surpassed several established athletes, highlighting his potential on the international stage. Known for consistency, Chopra's performance diverged from his typical standards, surprising many.
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