Hailing from Haryana, India's star javelin thrower, Neeraj Chopra the first Asian athlete to win Olympic gold in javelin and the first Asian to win gold in an event at the World Championships, made headlines at the Paris Olympics with his impressive performance. Competing at the iconic Stade de France, Chopra clinched a silver medal with a throw of 89.45 meters.?
Although his throw was the best of his season, it wasn¡¯t enough to secure the gold, which was won by Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem with a record-breaking throw of 92.97 meters. Despite the narrow loss, Chopra's silver win and his remarkable performance were celebrated across the nation. However, what has truly caught everyone¡¯s attention is his stunning luxury accessory.
Can anyone tell which watch Neeraj Chopra was wearing in the 2024 Paris Olympics finals?
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During the javelin qualifiers at the Paris Olympics 2024, Neeraj was spotted wearing an exquisite Omega watch valued at Rs 50 lakhs, as reported in News18. The luxury watch, a part of the Omega Seamaster AquaTerra 150M collection, drew significant attention. The timepiece features a sleek titanium case, a telescopic crown, and domed scratch-resistant sapphire crystals. Its grey dial showcases AquaTerra stripes along with the Seamaster logo, all paired with a stylish black strap. The watch is not only water-resistant but also boasts a 72-hour power reserve. According to Omega¡¯s official website, this watch retails for Rs 52,13,200.
Chopra's association with Omega as the 'Official Timekeeper' and brand ambassador marks him as the first Indian track and field athlete to represent the prestigious brand. Omega, renowned for being the official timekeeper of the Olympics since 1932, continues to play a crucial role in recording the achievements of top athletes. ¡°I am extremely happy to be a part of such an iconic brand that plays a huge role during the Olympic Games. I am looking forward to a great partnership to play with OMEGA and the upcoming event line in Paris¡±. Neera Chopra said on partnership.
He added ¡°It¡¯s a very positive feeling to get associated with OMEGA as athletes need a lot of practice to fine-tune themselves, in the same way, OMEGA keeps on improving itself.¡±
OMEGA has had a long history with the Olympics, serving as the official timekeeper since 1932. Paris 2024 is OMEGA¡¯s 31st time at this major event. Over the years, OMEGA has timed many of the world¡¯s greatest athletes. The brand has also developed important timekeeping technologies that help judge every sport in these prestigious games.
Besides his role as a brand ambassador, the 26-year-old javelin star is known for his impressive collection of luxury watches. His taste in high-end timepieces is a testament to his refined style and success.
In the men¡¯s javelin finals, Neeraj Chopra faced tough competition against Arshad Nadeem. Despite his best throw of 89.45 meters, which unfortunately came after four consecutive fouls, Chopra secured the silver medal. Nadeem¡¯s gold-winning throw of 92.97 meters not only earned him the top spot but also set a new Olympic record, surpassing the previous record held by Denmark¡¯s Andreas Thorkildsen from the Beijing Games.
Neeraj Chopra¡¯s performance at the Paris Olympics, coupled with his striking Omega watch, has undoubtedly captured the admiration of fans and continues to be a topic of conversation.
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