Top 10 Javelin Throws in 2024, Neeraj Chopra is Second in the List

India's golden boy Neeraj Chopra began his Paris Olympics 2024 campaign spectacularly, qualifying for the final of the javelin throw event with his very first throw on August 6. Competing in Group B, Neeraj set the tone with a massive 89.34-meter throw right at the start. This impressive distance surpassed the automatic qualification mark of 84 meters and secured his spot in the final without the need for further attempts. This achievement raises the question: Who will dominate the javelin throw in 2024?

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List of Top 10 Javelin Throwers in 2024

Among a competitive field of contenders hoping to challenge Neeraj Chopra in the javelin competition, two notable Germans were Julian Weber and Max Dehning. When the event got underway on Tuesday, both had high hopes of making an impact. Julian Weber managed to qualify for Thursday's final with the third-longest throw of the day, showcasing his potential to be a formidable opponent. However, Max Dehning, struggling with an injury, could not advance and exited the competition. Their performances highlight the intense competition and the challenges faced by top athletes.  Here is the complete list: 

Max Dehning, the youngest athlete to throw 90 meters with the new specification javelin (in use since 1986), achieved this milestone at 19 years and 169 days old on February 25, 2024, with a throw of 90.20 meters in Halle, Germany. Another significant contender is Jakub Vadlejch, the Tokyo Olympics silver medallist, who boasts a season-best of 88.65 meters and a personal best of 90.88 meters. The Czech Republic star has emerged as Neeraj Chopra's primary challenger on the global stage since they shared the top two steps of the podium at the Tokyo Olympics.

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