Indian javelin throw Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra competes in the Doha Diamond League after a prolonged injury layoff. Multiple reports say he was sidelined earlier in the lead-up, including missing the event due to a back injury sustained during training, and that he was working on rehabilitation and a return plan. He then makes his competitive comeback at Doha, where he records a season-opening mark of 85.69 metres. This effort places him fourth in the competition, and it meets the Commonwealth Games qualification standard, though it falls short of the podium. Times of India reports he misses a medal finish after the injury-forced return but still delivers a strong performance for his first meet back. Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage of Sri Lanka wins the event with a throw of 88.68 metres. Earlier reports also indicate Chopra targets major upcoming events such as the Commonwealth Games and the Asian Games while managing his recovery. NDTV later cites Chopra’s posts on social media after finishing fourth, describing the outing as a successful return to competition.