Olympic champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra in the course of the Doha Diamond League in Doha, Qatar. File
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Reigning Olympic champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on Monday stated he has suffered a muscle strain and was pulling out of subsequent month’s FBK Games as a precautionary measure.
“Recently, I sustained a muscle strain during my training. Following a medical evaluation, me and my team have decided to avoid any risks which can aggravate the injury,” the world No. 1 wrote on Twitter.
“Unfortunately, it means that I have to withdraw from the FBK Games, in Hengelo. Wishing the organisers and the tournament all the success.” A World Athletics Continental Tour Gold degree occasion, the Fanny Blankers-Koen Games at Hengelo within the Netherlands is scheduled on June 4.
The 25-year-old, who loved an ideal begin to the season by profitable the Doha Diamond League on May 5 with a throw of 88.67m, is prone to be again in motion on the Paavo Nurmi Games in Turku, Finland, on June 13.
“Injuries are part of the journey, but it’s never easy. I am on the road to recovery, and will aim to be back on the track in June,” Neeraj added.
