Bengaluru, India – Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra is set to mark another milestone in his already historic career — but this time, off the field. On May 24, Bengaluru will host the Neeraj Chopra Classic, a high-profile World Athletics Gold category javelin event that could become a gateway for something even bigger: bringing the Diamond League to India.

This isn’t just another athletics meet — it’s a moment of transformation. For the first time in India, fans will witness an elite lineup of international javelin stars including:

• Anderson Peters (2-time world champion)

• Julius Yego (former world champion)

• Thomas Röhler (Olympic gold medalist)

• Curtis Thompson (USA’s top contender)

While Chopra himself will headline the event, fans are also hoping to see Arshad Nadeem, his friendly rival from Pakistan, join the competition. Though his participation hasn’t been confirmed yet due to official permissions, the invitation is a symbol of sports diplomacy and mutual respect.

“To have an event like this in India, that too named after me, feels surreal,” Neeraj said in a press interaction. “This is just the beginning. Our next goal is to bring the Diamond League to India.”

The event, originally planned for Panchkula, was shifted to Bengaluru’s Sree Kanteerava Stadium due to infrastructure upgrades. But the move hasn’t dimmed the excitement. Fans, athletes, and sports officials alike are calling this a potential turning point in Indian track and field history.

The Neeraj Chopra Classic is not just about elite performances — it’s about inspiring a generation, building global credibility, and showing the world that India is ready to host athletics at the highest level.