Neeraj Chopra in World Athletic Championship 2022 Live: Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra qualified for his maiden World Championships final with a stunning first attempt throw of 88.39m. The 24-year-old Indian, hot favourite for a medal, opened the men’s javelin throw Group A qualification round and sent his spear to 88.39m for his third career-best throw. The medal round will be held on Sunday (7:05am IST).