Javelin Throw Star Neeraj Chopra Spotted On Wheelchair After Injury Rules Him Out Of Asian Games 2026 | Video

Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra has been sidelined for the remainder of the 2026 season following a ligament tear in his ankle, which occurred during training. This injury has forced the Indian javelin star to withdraw from the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, dealing a significant setback to India's medal aspirations. Chopra recently appeared to be returning to his peak form.

The news of his absence was met with concern as visuals showed him using a wheelchair, captured on video and shared widely on social media. The video depicted the two-time Olympic medallist being assisted while moving, shortly after his announcement of sitting out the season. Fans expressed their support for Chopra's speedy recovery.

The injury followed Chopra's season-best throw of 88.05 meters at the Lausanne Diamond League, where he finished second, narrowly missing the top spot by nine centimeters. This performance had provided a glimmer of hope after a challenging start to his 2026 season. Chopra confirmed the injury through a social media post, expressing disappointment about the timing.

After consultations with his medical team, they decided that he would miss the rest of the season. Despite this setback, Chopra remained optimistic about his recovery and focused on returning even stronger. The injury also means he will miss the Diamond League Final and the Asian Games, where he was poised to be a key contender for India.

His absence follows a previous lengthy recovery from a back injury that had kept him out of competition for several months. Despite this new challenge, Chopra's message conveyed resilience as he begins his rehabilitation process, hopeful for a robust comeback.