Neeraj Chopra’s Schedule at Commonwealth Games 2026: Event date, live streaming, opponents & more
Chopra won gold at the 2018 CWG in Gold Coast
Two-time Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra will aim to win his second gold medal at the Commonwealth Games when he steps into the field in Glasgow.
Chopra will be in action in the men’s javelin throw qualification event on July 30, before he features in the final on the subsequent day, July 31.
A two-time Olympic medallist, Chopra, won gold at the 2018 Gold Coast Games; however, he did not participate in the 2022 edition due to injury.
Meanwhile, he is likely to face tough competition at the 2026 Glasgow Games, as he will be competing against defending Olympic and Commonwealth champion Arshad Nadeem of Pakistan.
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Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage is also enjoying a great season, adding another layer to the javelin rivalry.
However, the Tokyo gold medalist will remain India’s standout hope for a medal in Glasgow. Chopra can perform under pressure; however, it remains to be seen how he performs at the Glasgow Games.
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When is Neeraj Chopra’s event at Commonwealth Games 2026 taking place?
The men’s javelin throw qualification round will be played on Thursday, July 30, from 2:55 pm IST (10:25 am local time).
Meanwhile, the final will take place on Saturday, August 1, from 00:45 hrs IST [8:15 pm local time (Friday)].
Where and how to watch Neeraj Chopra’s event at Commonwealth Games 2026 live in India?
Fans in India can watch the event live online on the SonyLIV app and website. The television broadcast will be available on the Sony Sports Network channels.
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Who will Neeraj Chopra face in the men’s javelin throw qualifying round at Commonwealth Games 2026?
Athletes participating in the men’s javelin throw qualifying round are:
| Order | Country | Name | Personal Best (PB) | Season Best (SB) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jamaica | Elvis Graham | 77.31m | 76.80m |
| 2 | England | Ben East | 80.49m | 80.49m |
| 3 | Trinidad & Tobago | Keshorn Walcott | 90.16m | 83.45m |
| 4 | Pakistan | Arshad Nadeem | 92.97m | 78.47m |
| 5 | South Africa | Douw Smit | 84.79m | 84.79m |
| 6 | Kenya | Julius Yego | 92.72m | 82.22m |
| 7 | Sri Lanka | Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage | 92.62m | 92.62m |
| 8 | Papua New Guinea | Lakona Gerega | 72.26m | 72.26m |
| 9 | Pakistan | Muhammad Yasir | 79.93m | |
| 10 | India | Yash Vir Singh | 83.72m | 83.72m |
| 11 | Tuvalu | Usufono Eneli | 47.08m | 47.08m |
| 12 | India | Rohit Yadav | 87.05m | 87.05m |
| 13 | Granada | Anderson Peters | 93.07m | 86.38m |
| 14 | Sri Lanka | Sumedha Ranasinghe | 85.78m | 80.66m |
| 15 | Nigeria | Chinecherem Nnamdi | 84.68m | 84.68m |
| 16 | Bahamas | Keyshawn Strachan | 84.27m | 81.86m |
| 17 | Australia | Cameron McEntyre | 85.73m | 85.73m |
| 18 | India | Neeraj Chopra | 90.23m | 85.69m |
When is Neeraj Chopra’s men’s javelin throw event at Commonwealth Games 2026?
The men’s javelin throw qualifying will be held on Thursday, July 30, from 2:55 pm IST (10:25 am local time). Meanwhile, the final will take place on Friday, July 31, from 00:45 hrs IST (8:15 pm (Friday) local time).
Where and how to watch Neeraj Chopra’s event at Commonwealth Games 2026 live in India?
Fans in India can watch the event live online on the SonyLIV app and website. The television broadcast will be available on the Sony Sports Network channels.
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