Neeraj Chopra at Lausanne Diamond League 2026 Free Live Streaming Online and TV Telecast Details of Men’s Javelin Throw Event in IST
Catch Neeraj Chopra in action at the Lausanne Diamond League 2026 men's javelin throw event today, August 21. Get all the details on live streaming and TV telecast in India.
Olympic and World Championships medalist Neeraj Chopra is set to light up the Stade Olympique de la Pontaise in Lausanne, Switzerland, as he competes in the prestigious Lausanne Diamond League 2026 today, Friday, August 21. The Indian javelin thrower, who recently secured a silver medal at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow with a season-best throw of 85.83m, will be aiming for top honours against a star-studded lineup. BWF World Championships 2026: Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand Enter Semi-Finals, Confirm Women's Double Medal for India After 15-Years.
The Lausanne Diamond League, also known as Athletissima, marks Chopra's third competitive outing of the 2026 season. His personal best and national record stands at an impressive 90.23m, achieved at the Doha Diamond League in May 2025. The 29-year-old, born on December 24, 1997, has a strong history in Lausanne, having won the event in 2022 and 2023, and finishing runner-up in 2024.
The Javelin Throw Challenge
Chopra will face stiff competition in the men's javelin throw event. Among his key rivals is Sri Lanka's Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage, who recently bested Chopra to claim gold at the Commonwealth Games with a massive 89.75m throw and boasts a world-leading personal best of 92.62m this season. Other formidable contenders include Grenada's Anderson Peters, Trinidad and Tobago's Keshorn Walcott, and Czechia's Jakub Vadlejch, all Olympic medallists. Walcott is the 2012 Olympic champion and 2025 World Champion. Peters is a two-time World Champion (2019, 2022) and 2024 Olympic bronze medalist. Vadlejch is a 2020 Olympic silver medalist and a three-time Diamond League winner.
This meet is crucial for Chopra as he looks to climb the Diamond League Finals standings. He currently sits in seventh position, with the top six athletes in jumps and throws qualifying for the season-ending Diamond League Final in Brussels. Cricket at Asian Games 2026: Venue, Teams and All You Need to Know.
Match Timing
The men's javelin throw event at the Lausanne Diamond League 2026 is scheduled for Friday, August 21.
| Time Zone | Time |
|---|---|
| IST (India) | 11:52 PM |
| CEST (Lausanne) | 8:22 PM |
Venue: Stade Olympique de la Pontaise, Lausanne, Switzerland
Where to Watch Neeraj Chopra Live
Fans across India can catch the live action from the Lausanne Diamond League 2026 on official Wanda Diamond League YouTube channel is a common streaming option for many territories. No TV telecast is available in India due lack of a broadcast partner.
As Neeraj Chopra continues his build-up towards major athletics championships, his performance in Lausanne will be keenly watched. With a highly competitive field, the men's javelin throw promises to be a thrilling contest.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Aug 21, 2026 10:52 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).