For months, the javelin has remained untouched, but recovery is finally bringing the reigning world champion closer to the turf. Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra expects to resume training and rehabilitation within the next couple of weeks as his recovery from a ligament tear progresses, according to the Express Tribune.
The 28-year-old athlete ended his season prematurely after sustaining the injury during training in August, as reported by the Express Tribune, citing comments shared by the Sports Authority of India (SAI) on Instagram on Friday.
Background
According to the Express Tribune, Chopra was advised by his doctors to rest following the ligament injury, which he sustained in training in August. The injury forced him to curtail his season shortly after finishing runner-up at the Lausanne Diamond League meeting in August, where he threw 88.05 metres.
Why it matters
Sports injuries and the subsequent recovery periods are a familiar narrative for athletes and followers of athletics across the region, highlighting the physical toll of competitive sports at the highest level.