Neeraj Chopra, India’s Olympic champion, has a net worth of ₹37 crore. [Photo Source: PTI]
Neeraj Chopra, India’s golden boy of athletics, is once again in the spotlight after his clash with Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem in today’s javelin throw final. The two arch-rivals gave fans a thrilling contest till the very last throw. While Arshad continues to push limits with record-breaking performances, Neeraj remains India’s most loved track-and-field star. Here’s a closer look at his journey, earnings, lifestyle, and car collection.
Neeraj Chopra is one of India’s biggest sports heroes and has created history as a javelin thrower in India. He became well-known after winning the gold medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. At the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, where Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem won gold with a record throw of 92.97 meters, he went on to win a silver medal.
At just 26, Neeraj has achieved what many athletes only dream of. He also won a gold at the 2023 World Championships and finished as the runner-up at the Diamond League Finals in Zurich. Even when he doesn’t win, his performances keep him among the world’s best.
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Neeraj Chopra’s net worth is approximately ₹37 crore ($4.5 million). Sports profits, brand sponsorships, and his position as a Junior Commissioned Officer in the Indian Army, where he holds the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel, are the sources of his income.
According to reports, Neeraj earns about ₹30 lakh per month, which is around ₹4 crore per year. He also promotes over 24 brands, including big names like Nike, Omega, Tata AIA, BYJU’S, and Amstrad. These deals make him one of India’s richest athletes.
Neeraj lives a mix of hard training and comfort. He owns a three-storey bungalow in Khandra, Haryana, near Panipat. His house has a special trophy room that displays his Olympic gold, silver, and other awards.
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Neeraj is known for his consistency and discipline on the field. In a sport that has historically been dominated by Europeans, he broke down boundaries for Indian sportsmen. Millions of people look up to him because of his modest demeanour off the field.
Neeraj loves stylish cars. His garage includes a Range Rover Sport worth over ₹2 crore and a Ford Mustang GT worth around ₹93.5 lakh. He also owns a Toyota Fortuner and a Mahindra Thar.
After his Tokyo Olympics win, Anand Mahindra gifted him a Mahindra XUV700. He also owns two bikes – a Harley-Davidson 1200 Roadster (₹11 lakh) and a Bajaj Pulsar 220F (₹1 lakh).
A major highlight in athletics today is the rivalry between Neeraj and Arshad Nadeem. Arshad took home the gold at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, while Neeraj took home the silver. Their rivalry has drawn attention from all around the world to South Asia, which isn't typically thought of as a major sporting superpower.
Nowadays, every face-off between them is closely watched by fans, making it one of the most thrilling rivalries in sports.
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