Won't replace Neeraj, but aim to medal at Asian Games: Rohit Yadav

Javelin thrower Rohit Yadav, 25, from Dabhiya village in Uttar Pradesh, has set his sights on winning a medal at the upcoming Asian Games, though he acknowledged he cannot fill the shoes of star performer Neeraj Chopra.

After a disappointing Commonwealth Games outing in Glasgow with a throw of 81.56m, Yadav bounced back strongly. He recorded his personal best of 87.68m on August 22 at the World Athletics Continental Tour Silver meet in Bhubaneswar, signalling improved form ahead of the continental championship.