Neeraj Chopra Nears Comeback After 232-Day Absence

Neeraj Chopra, India's javelin superstar, is nearing a comeback to the global athletics circuit after 232 days of absence, following an extensive period of rehabilitation and technical rebuilding aimed at preserving his body for the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028. Chopra's last competition was at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, where he finished eighth.

According to sources, officials from the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) recently spoke with Chopra regarding his return plans and were informed that his rehabilitation phase is nearing completion. Chopra has spent the past several months focusing on recovery and rehabilitation from multiple physical setbacks, including groin, ankle, and back-related issues.

Chopra has started preparing specifically for competition again, with a focus on controlled training sessions rather than immediate competition pressure. He is expected to ease into the season through relatively smaller invitational meets, with potential comeback events including the Irena Szewiska Memorial in Poland on May 29, the Paavo Nurmi Games in Finland on June 3, and the Ostrava Golden Spike in Czechia on June 16.

The immediate outlook for Chopra includes defending the Asian Games title in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, with his training and competition schedule expected to be managed carefully to keep him healthy for the next Olympic cycle. The court will not be involved in this case, but Chopra's fans and the athletics community will be watching his comeback closely.