Neeraj Chopra ruled out for season after ankle ligament tear

Olympic javelin champion Neeraj Chopra's 2026 season has ended prematurely following an ankle ligament tear sustained during training. The injury occurred after he delivered a season's best throw.

Chopra will now miss the Diamond League Final and the Asian Games due to the setback. He had been regaining competitive momentum before the injury struck.

The athlete will focus on rehabilitation and recovery, aiming for a stronger comeback in future competitions.