Idea Exchange: Javelin Thrower Neeraj Chopra On The Importance Of Technique In The Game

Asian Games javelin gold medalist Neeraj Chopra in an exclusive interview with the Indian Express shared his vision for the next year and admits that 'consistent performance' has led international athletes to take him seriously. Neeraj underlines the importance of technique in the game, talks about avoiding pressure, negativity from social media and the need for more awareness for the game.
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[@unnatisharma7464]

Who is here after Neeraj's magnificent Gold in TOKYO 2020?? Also, this is one of the most honest and candid interview of his. He is also a very witty and wise man, apart from looking extremely humble and sincere.

[@aspreeghasingh3701]

Me

[@harshranjan2112]

Mee 🔥🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️ Neeraj Chopra Our Hero

[@vinayshukla5911]

I was just searching for such comments. 😂😂😂

[@aspreeghasingh3701]

@@vinayshukla5911 Sachi baat me too

[@Heisenberg063]

❣️

[@ashishkiift]

I am laughing at my ignorance of missing the journey of such a world class athlete. My utmost respect to you Neeraj. May you reach even more astounding heights of glory !

[@Sam7.29]

Yaar, He is such a pure soul and authentic. Very rare to see people like this

[@nielsbohr3130]

True

[@onenesswithall7655]

Simple and true Haryanvi spirits.God bless u.

[@manditbanthia7057]

Because he ain't a cricketer nor piddi kholi

[@s.g.6245]

Yeah but some people aren't interested or it seems except laughing waiting in anticipation including the anchor at times Kudos to neeraj for taking it so sportingly and also smiling n laughing a bit at his own statements without even trying to joke or making funny comments..

[@kritikas6183]

I was speaking the same thing in my head!

[@sanjidakhatun2063]

"Dekho ji" is constant. ❤️ Such a cutie..

[@suja605]

Haha

[@alkaagarwal9998]

Iske honth Kitna Sunday hain...

[@alkaagarwal9998]

Lips kiss karne hain

[@total_wokeultrapromax3285]

@@alkaagarwal9998 simping level : infinity♾️

[@muskansiwach3423]

o

[@bhartibhushan5260]

His Haryanvi accent, his humble and down to earth nature, his positive vibes👌🔥 jai Haryana jai hind 🇮🇳🙏

[@ElsaAnnMorris]

Yeah... I love this Haryanvi accent 😍

[@314159265352]

Now he the ideal HERO! Strong, Skillfull, Humble, appreciation for all, respect for country and proud of his roots.

[@amritpaldhillon7855]

W all 70=08

[@sayantandey8874]

This guy not only has top skill but just look at his attitude , so humble and such a jovial person which is in quintessential to be a top performer in any field. Hope he performs well in Tokyo 2020.

[@APJNETWORK]

Lo bhai le aaya gold 😍

[@karthik21bharath]

This aged well.. golddd🔥🔥

[@sayantandey8874]

@@APJNETWORK itna khushi ajtak ni ayi bhai 😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@AnshumanKumar007]

I am from the future and I can confirm he performs well.

[@kalps6854]

He got a good sense of humour as well.....rare personality now a days....

[@anveshapandey952]

Girl your outfit 10/10

[@nayanpatel5970]

Me neeraj ka bahot bada fan hu.. Bahot hi honest n simple he.. You're going to be next legend carry on good luck....

[@manojsharma-fq6ik]

Yes he is and should be!!

[@PotatoWiz]

You saw future

[@rihaan1163]

He won GOLD😭❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@lucky-go4vp]

😭😭🏆

[@adarshguptak]

You're right today!

[@shreyapaul1153]

"Jii dekho" ka alg hi magic hai... Sweet, innocent, humble and most importantly DESI , no show off

[@zoyaayeshakhan5577]

that little chuckle at <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="669">11:09</a> !! such a cutie

[@PS-wz9fc]

He doesn't use much fashionable "english" Celebrity language status.. Humble man. Neeraj.. 👍👍✌✌

[@ay-by9qs]

Because he doesn't know English. Simple.

[@aks4458]

@@ay-by9qs he knows English, 8/12 months He stays in Europe for training & competition. He might not be fluent but he can definitely speak English in Interview.

[@surojitpal3948]

@@ay-by9qs it doesn't matter no particular language can decide the man's abilities... People with speaking English do nothing this man speaks Hardcore Hariyana his mother tongue n did hard work n brought gold... Toh English gaand pe dalo

[@venkatr56]

Because he is not good at English...

[@ay-by9qs]

@@surojitpal3948 Bhaisahab english matter nhi krti in sports, i agree. But the OP said English is celebrity language status, and Neeraj was humble enough to speak hindi. NO. He was speaking hindi simply because he doesn't know much of it and not because of humility. I in no way mean Neeraj is any less of a player. He does have a great and humble personality. We indians are so so so proud of him obviously 💪💪🙌🙌

[@prash2905]

this set of reporters and interviewers are actually asking great questions.

[@Loveyoutubesomuch]

This is actually the best set of questions asked to him so far

[@andrewamsan]

Thank you!

[@SSGDiaries]

Yeah true❤️

[@user-dm2vt4mo7y]

​@@andrewamsanvideo me app hi ho kya 😂

[@andrewamsan]

Me heen lag raha hun haha@@user-dm2vt4mo7y

[@kavitathakur1550]

Such a sweet boy 👦 Let him stand on the podium n see people go berserk ✨

[@grv4350]

Your words came true ❤️❤️❤️❤️🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@maddymoon193]

Gold👑👑👑👑👑👑

[@urvashi9783]

With this attitude he will definitely get 2 more medals in Olympics........He will be a legend in Javelin....God bless him 🙏🇮🇳

[@yashushetty3699]

He won't looks like just 23 old but he looks so matured and so humble very much confident like he can do whatever he want

[@sonu1625]

Interview ke time 20 saal ka tha

[@queen-us8wu]

He is so cute , humble and so so witty 😍😍 I love this guy .i have a huge crush on him ❤❤

[@RoarMaddy]

He is to cute

[@shwetasingh1692]

@saima

[@individual2214]

Yeah me too. So humble and so original, nothing fake about him.

[@jayantiyadav7017]

@@RoarMaddy not only cute... he's handsome Nd charming also😍😍😍❤️

[@RoarMaddy]

@@jayantiyadav7017 Agree++

[@pavanahegde456]

I can't get enough of his interviews 😀 Unfortunately I didn't know him before Olympics.But now onwards I will support him to the fullest. Keep achieving more Sir. I want many more of your interviews 🤗and "Ji Dekho" became an emotion.

[@ottikable]

*The first Olympic Gold winner in track and field from India!*

[@satvicanjali2045]

He is very handsome 🏅and his hairs look beautiful 🥰🇮🇳

[@TruthInfinity]

Yes 🥰

[@lordtomriddle8974]

@@TruthInfinity nibbiiii

[@lordtomriddle8974]

@@TruthInfinity 😅✌🏻

[@vishallvaishnav]

Bhai smart hai no doubt ✌️ Ye jo videshi player dikhte hai na smart wesa hi look hai

[@navin336]

Aap रिश्ता bhej do shadi ka😃😃😃

[@priyaa02]

He’s so well mannered humble and confident at the same time that even the biggest and egoistic people start feeling comfortable around him. That’s why you don’t find anybody speaking ill about him. I hope he remains the same. God bless the parents.

[@anasraza4753]

Neeraj bhai sports industry se km Bollywood industry se jayada lgtee ha Best of luck dude You are my inspiration

[@rajatpachauri7349]

Bhai bollywood se kyuun lagta hai tumhein? Saare acche dikhne waale log bollywood mein hotey hai kya? Army mein dekhe hain log? Sports mein dekhe hai?

[@Abha16]

He is such a cutie pie 🥰... best amongst all

[@gratefulheart_sri]

Yaar kitna simple banda h ❤️🌟🏅🙌

[@jkk4666]

He is ideal for all... He is calm, focused and speak his heart out...

[@sushilarathee1925]

What an interaction..full fun and simple and innocent boy 😂😂😂😘😘😘😘

[@natasha4893]

So humble, down to earth, cute, hard working, manner full person proud of you sir 🙏🥰

[@debasmitaroy6954]

Sooo innocent and soooo genuine mannn he is ⚡♥️

[@viksam009]

Such an innocent and humble guy he is. Happy to see him win gold. He will be an inspiration to millions of Indians.

[@Loveyoutubesomuch]

This is the most joyous and interesting interview I've seen of him so far...he seems so at ease and he is actually enjoying all the questions 😄

[@Rash2810]

Totally agree with u..this is one interview and q&a session that he enjoyed. He is witty, loved answering. Seeing him happy is so nice.

[@andrewamsan]

Thank you. I had a great time moderating as well.

[@Loveyoutubesomuch]

@@andrewamsan apne bohot achha interview liya "andrew ji" :)

[@andrewamsan]

@@Loveyoutubesomuch 😅

[@ultimatewinner2872]

The way he said ""aage nhi bhulenge "" sooo cute🤗🤗

[@bimijain1693]

...such a great understanding person..... god protect from evils....

[@sangeetadebbarman5337]

I think he is a live example of what you want to do just give your best ... language has no bar ... neeraj you are an inspiration... you make india proud ❤

[@vinitabhatt4672]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="351">5:51</a> sir english hona he sb kuch nhi h.... apki apni ek quality h ... ap gold medalist h n we r proud ... sir ap hindi me bol k khud ko jis tarah express kr rhe h comfortably wo zyada imp. ... no show off ..desi + honst

[@concertedskills5764]

He is too honest yr !!! His each word is full of kindness ... I have never ever seen such a calm person & honest too !!! He is altogether perfect in every aspect !!!

[@Rakhisingh-cz7st]

He's so humble yaar 😀. Please aise hi gaon k sidhe sadhe....ladke ban k rahiye... Khub 🏅 jeeto khub naam kamao.. khub paise kamao.. but kavi v film stars ki tarah lime light me kho mat jana. Aise hi desi bane raho. Wishing you all the luck. 👍❤️

[@priyankaasingh2885]

He is soo shy ..awww.. He is lovable❤️💕

[@inspirationaltalkswithsanj8514]

OMG!!! He soon became a national crush !!! But , he's very honest in his speech !! Loved that ❤️ Manny Congratulations to u ❤️

[@miliprav]

Neeraj, you won the Olympic gold in style in your long hair. Dhoni won us matches in style in his long hair. We love your humility, confidence, tactfulness and style (long hair). You both are true leaders. Hope one day, you become a trainer and produce many Olympic talent for the country. Prayers and wishes. Kudos. Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan 🪖🎖️

[@rohithittireddy]

He actually didn't. He had short hair

[@manditbanthia7057]

Stop talking and mentioning cricket

[@JayaDec22]

Such a pure soul he is, so down to earth . His smile is so infectious . He has everything in him - hard work ,dedication , witty, humble, polite, looks and vision . I have watched his interviews and welcome videos , the way he respects people and accepts requests from everyone is so admirable. He even shows/allows to touch his Gold medal. A no-air celebrity I have ever seen. Only thing he has in his mind is Javelin and how to get his throws better. I am so glad that he has many more years left in his career and we are around when this Legend is playing. Cheers Subedar Neeraj ji. Much much love .

[@hookSanzzzyo]

He reminds me of Subway-Surfer Boy 😁 What a simple soul 💕

[@sp8602]

@Rhythm side effects of excess playing games

[@KP-el7wk]

😂😂😂😂❤️❤️❤️

[@ayeshamansoor8586]

Amazing set of reporters. These are the kind of questions that should be asked in an interview.

[@sukanyachatterjee1632]

Absolutely

[@andrewamsan]

Thank you

[@abhisworld5454]

So much down to earth , innocent , pure soul 😍😍🔥🔥

[@shreyaswami4127]

26 minutes of heaven

[@anamay5930]

Haha 😂 now he wins gold, proud of him

[@manditbanthia7057]

You know him now, I am following him since Asain Games this is because we Indians only consider and admire Cricketers

[@shreyaswami4127]

@@manditbanthia7057 aap apne aap he kuch bhi andaaza mat lagayie kyuki mai un ladkiyo me se nhi hu jisne neeraj ko kal pheli baar dekha aur aaj usse apna forever wala crush bta rhi hai. Me neeraj ko 2014 senior nationals se jaanti hu

[@manditbanthia7057]

@@shreyaswami4127 Good to listen no offences but in this Country only Cricketers as sportsperson are admirable. Soon everyone gonna forget this Olympic heroics as they did to Sakshi Malik, Pravin Jhadav who fared in Archery this year Olympics cannot build his home cause his neighbours and Police ain't letting him. So sad!!

[@shreyaswami4127]

@@manditbanthia7057 yeah you are right I wish they won't forget about neeraj (he is such a great person), ravi dhiya, lovelina, mirabai chanu

[@sonikachahar3078]

I love how much down to earth and simple he is 🧡

[@siddhantbucha8382]

Such a nice human being. Leaving this comment for the people who will come here after 2021 Olympics. 🏅🏅 *Edit (7/08/2021)* - Mission successful 💯

[@theconceptseeker5518]

Here he brings gold for india

[@sohammaity7389]

Hii I am from the future. He just won a gold medal in Javelin throw.

[@greymind0072]

Dude you just predicted the future so aptly. I see you're have nice sports knowledge

[@ananyabarutkar8646]

He looks so cute and sweet while laughing

[@balaramghosh2961]

Now each every word(past and future) of him is like a gold .....because he is golden boy...☺️☺️

[@arunhanglimbu666]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="128">02:08</a>fun fact is the bald reporter asking question regarding neeraj’s hair style😅😅😅 Love that “dekho Ji” from golden boy

[@shambhavidirectioner1895]

What did the reporter actually say when everyone started laughing?

[@arunhanglimbu666]

@@shambhavidirectioner1895 reporter say ” let me ask one more last question regarding the hair”

[@vandanacharles3718]

In love with his simplicity....very cute undoubtedly

[@justthink159]

Ye banda itna kuch sikhata hai jab b isko video dekho. This is the best interview. He is so natural. Ye banda gem hai. Aise log sadiyon me kabhi atey hain dharti pe. Humour, skill apni roots se itna pyar travelling the whole world but still carrying the haryanvi accent with proud. I feel so proud being Haryanvi. Desh ki shaan NEERAJ CHOPRA 🇮🇳

[@surajkumar-zk3pz]

He is so Genuine love Neeraj chopra

[@ushabhikha8815]

Please stay as humble as you are. You come from a very loving and beautiful family. I am so happy to see your mom and fathers simplicity. Please look after them. Don’t let fame get you lost in this confusing world. God Bless

[@koolkatmi]

Cutest interview ever!! Love ‘dekho Ji’

[@andrewamsan]

🙏

[@salmanmohammad2945]

such a humble guy. He is from the same battalion in which my father has served for 30years.

[@vikramparmar8093]

This is FANTASTIC. A Must watch. This was 3y ago...looking back, it is clear that he was destined for the Gold. No one wins an Olympic gold by accident.

[@anshikapanghal3629]

Simple and Down To earth....Keep ur attitude same as now😊

[@ritz7251]

HE IS SUCH A STRONG PERSONALITY YET HE IS SO SWEET AND HUMBLE... And I really like his Smile 😊.. #keep Smiling, keep Shinning...

[@sharmishthamittra8879]

It was such a fun meet up. He is so witty and so so humble.. Thoroughly enjoyed the entire interview.

[@atharvashinde1833]

Simple, humble, cute, handsome, dedicated, talented n down to earth.

[@amitr1688]

What a supremely humble, honest, talented and good looking guy he is, love his simplicity. Got a male crush on him.

[@payalsarode3814]

How down to earth he is! Such a humble and innocent guy... Respect him a lot ☺️🥰

[@santosh4844]

Yaar ye kitna genuine aur honest ladka hai❤️❤️

[@shravanicilaveni3888]

Such a humble pure hardworking thrower did deserve this gold 👍❤️

[@laxmim4809]

Neeraj Chopra is the name, one that will go down in history books. CHAMPION!😎😎😎😎🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅

[@miraben6579]

But this look shoots him...🤭☺️ Mast Prince jaisa😍 Itni kam umar mein itna success...great👏

[@aditichauhan7675]

अरे ,आप हीरो हैं हमारे, फर्क नहीं पड़ता आप को इंग्लिश आती हैं कि नहीं...😊😊😊

[@aneevrian6557]

I love hearing his haryanvi

[@anjanaouseph4605]

Me tooo

[@akritisingh7958]

Apart from his great answers, the other good thing about this interview is the people asking genuinely nice questions unlike the weird main stream media channels

[@padiyar]

Humble, respectful down to earth and focused. He is an national treasure... please preserve this person

[@Sagar-wn1po]

inspirational , comic, transparent, Neeraj is really a gem. Humbleness and all, his family must be very good in raising him.

[@xavier800]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="1360">22:40</a> love this line 😍❤ Kitna pyara tareeka khene kha 😍 Zaaszh jararha upaarrr😍

[@potatodirectioner2828]

He’s such a humble, kind and down to earth person. He’s truly everyone’s inspiration and role model. Most people (not naming them) think that they are higher than everyone after winning 1 gold. Neeraj said that he could have done better when he threw 86 meters in a completion and won a gold. He’s the most amazing person and thank you for making India feel proud.

[@muskansiwach3423]

nee opp

[@Rash2810]

Wow such an ideal sportsman for the nation..i am in love with the 'dekho ji ' ..he is such a sweetheart 💖

[@nehakudiya303]

Yaaar he is so humble person ❤️❤️inse jyada honest or kon hoga.. truly a gem ❤️❤️

[@MrKguha]

Watched the whole interview. Man isn't he a pure soul! I guess that's why God has given him so much. And ladies yes we can understand ... hahaha

[@triztalk]

😁😆

[@sayantanmitra3411]

He has made India proud...Congratulations upon winning Gold in Olympics...

[@sharmishthamittra8879]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="1489">24:49</a> cracked me up. He is so hilarious.... 😂😂😂😂

[@abhishek5030]

Hh..... Don't want to say but you look very attractive 😍 mam

[@ardracpillai2911]

Can you pls translate his reply in english...

[@sharmishthamittra8879]

@@ardracpillai2911 "Neeraj: He doesn't follow a squat! He doesn't use the internet. It must have been uncle who told him about the players. Dad must have heard it from uncle. Uncle must have read it somewhere. Dad seldom uses the internet. Interviewer: You dad got a new smartphone last year forcefully. Neeraj: Yeah it was given to dad by my uncle. Uncle asked him to use whatsapp and the internet. But dad prefers to be away from the net and technology. He prefers calling. But initially he was unaware of the international calling system. He used to dial up my phone no. and because I was abroad, the no. would show switched off. He could not understand the system. So I would call him when i returned to India." There you go!

[@i.am.gaurav.khanna]

Focused Athlete. Hard Work Paid Off. Proud Moment. 🏅🥇

[@memd777]

You don't need to remember any cricketers name. Just focus on your game and yourself and we are proud of you. India is not just about cricket and it is time we understand this that all sports are of equal importance.

[@namjinsaranghey5618]

Nhi sir baal mat katwaaiye Aapke javelin throw se jyaada aapke Bade baalo ke fan huin main😜 🙈 You are really great sir. Big Fan❤

[@aashiqawara1006]

Now he is also Golden boy👉❤️🥇

[@namjinsaranghey5618]

@@aashiqawara1006 ✌🏻✌🏻

[@attrangi7292]

The best ever interview 🤣of neeraj bhai 💙

[@andrewamsan]

🙏

[@anshikasingh2892]

his childish nature makes him even more lovable😂

[@PriyankaGupta-ew1li]

He is not childish.. He is child-like!

[@s3narasi]

Hey i dont understood Hindi but loved his innocence and please stop asking cricket questions. I think we need to start respecting this man for what he has done for us.

[@lanidas6034]

He is so down to the earth even he won the gold medal..😘😘😘 Proud of India 💪💪😘😘

[@54-bhavikasakpal64]

Are yaar ....i am fall in love with him ...😍

[@joshuaradeen5657]

"Falling"😅

[@email5940]

He is so handsome..

[@beyondinfinity9792]

Shadi karni hai ?

[@apoorvasharma8147]

@@beyondinfinity9792 Sure. now he is rich as he has "Gold".

[@beyondinfinity9792]

@@apoorvasharma8147 Tumhe bhi karni hai kya ab?😂

[@pallavimahanta519]

Yeah he is so handsome 😍😍😍

[@apoorvasharma8147]

Bhai mai, Neeraj, aur uska javelin teeno hi straight hai. To bhai ladkiya krenge humse shaadi.

[@Daniel-bc5zt]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="1483">24:43</a> best punch line by Neeraj

[@ardracpillai2911]

Can you pls translate his reply in English...

[@yashikakaushik5304]

@@ardracpillai2911 he was saying... His father doesn't use any social media to follow other jevelin players. He is not much into internet and digital stuffs. His uncle must be using and telling his father about his opponents.

[@maymena17]

YOU HAVE DONE US PROUD TOAY, NEERAJ !!!!!!!

[@srishtikini6831]

He finally won 🏆🙌👏. Congratulations Neeraj.

[@jyotiarya7212]

So cute and innocent you are. I think you have a gold heart which is defining your simplicity.

[@pallavimahanta519]

Tejaswin ko choro ab tum toh superhero ban gaye 😁😁 Hamara hero neeraj chopra 😍😍 Nd u r so handsome 😍😍

[@aashiqawara1006]

Stylish+ Golden boy 🥰🥰🥰🥇🥇

[@yashikakaushik5304]

I don't know how will I manage to not cry on the day I'll hear the news of him getting married to some girl. Look at him, he is such a kiddooo. Hasta bhi baccho ki tarah hai. Stress buster smile ❤️ And that punch line in last few minutes god, he has no filter 😂😂 I am also from Haryana, I know how haryanvi boys talk but this guy is genuinely humble. Though he is witty too, he don't give what media wants and never will give any masala..... but still he is extremely honest. I have seen multiple interviews of him so far. I hope he finds love in this cruel World. Someone who is not after his success or money. But after his pure soul and honesty..... You deserve real love neeraj ❤️

[@_beingalive]

🥺❤

[@pratimasoni3833]

He is such a real nd honest person nd very down to earth , so confident.....✌️

[@gargitripathi6331]

He is so honest!!! Proud off you our golden boy 😍😍

[@incessantyoutuber9318]

He gave his best on the biggest stage 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@haripal4053]

Continue with Hindi only on...you made Hindi appreciable in the whole world...very rare we found men like you.

[@poonamchauhan3960]

So natural and honest neeraj

[@ndsgaming807]

He is humorous also loving him😂