US EditionNeeraj Chopra Leads India’s 19-Member Squad for Tokyo World Athletics Championships 2025, Avinash Sable Left Out by AFI
India's 19-member team includes four javelin throwers, a first for the country, with qualifications based on rankings and invitations after withdrawals, officials said.
- Neeraj Chopra will captain India's squad of 19 athletes competing at the World Athletics Championships scheduled in Tokyo from September 13 to 21, 2025.
- The Athletics Federation of India selected the squad after a senior committee meeting, excluding Avinash Sable, Nandini Agasara, and Akshdeep Singh due to medical unfitness.
- The team includes four javelin throwers—Chopra, Sachin Yadav, Yash Vir Singh, and Rohit Yadav—and other athletes like Gulveer Singh and Pooja, each featuring in multiple events.
- AFI spokesperson Adille Sumariwalla noted that Chopra is currently addressing a slight issue with his timing, and once he adjusts, he is expected to perform well at the World Championships. He also mentioned the upcoming pre-competition training camp scheduled in Tokyo from September 4 to 9.
- The squad's composition and preparation reflect efforts to address internal challenges, with expectations that athletes will improve personal bests and perform well in this key global event.
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