Olympics 2024: How Indian Cricket Fraternity Reacted After Neeraj Chopra's Second Successive Olympic Medal?

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Yuvraj Singh has said "even in silver there lies a golden journey" as Indian cricket fraternity congratulated Neeraj Chopra after the javelin thrower's historic second successive Olympic medal.

Chopra, who scripted history with a first-ever gold in athletics for India in Tokyo 2020 Olympics, followed that feat with a silver medal at the Paris Olympics 2024 on Thursday (August 8).

The 26-year-old Indian athlete fell short of retaining his gold medal in the men's javelin throw final, but managed to secure a silver with a best throw of 89.45 meters. His best throw came on his second attempt. Arshad Nadeem of Pakistan won gold with a Olympic record throw of 92.97m.

After post-independence, Chopra became the second male athlete to win two Olympic medals in an individual event. And the country's cricket fraternity reacted to Chopra's achievement.

Former India all-rounder Yuvraj said Chopra's spirit to win in as unbreakable as his javelin's flight and congratulated India's golden boy on his historic feat before congratulating the Pakistan athlete for his record-breaking throw.

"Proving yet again that his spirit to win is as unbreakable as his javelin's flight. You have not only won a historic silver medal but have also brought a golden moment for every Indian heart," Yuvraj posted on X.

"Here's to the champion who reminds us all that even in silver, there lies a golden journey of perseverance and pride. Congratulations @Neeraj_chopra1.

"Heartiest congratulations to #ArshadNadeem as well - for scripting history with an incredible 92.97m throw and breaking the #Olympic record!"

"@Neeraj_chopra1 you beauty! Congratulations on winning the second consecutive medal at the Olympics and registering history," former spinner Anil Kumble posted on X.

"Back-to-back Olympic medals for our star, Neeraj Chopra! India's first silver medal at the #Paris2024 Olympics, and what a way to achieve it! You might have fallen short of the gold, but your commitment and effort in the final were really inspiring!" BCCI secretary Jay Shah said.

Indian cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir said, "The icon never returns without bringing joy to every Indian!#NeerajChopra. Congratulations to Neeraj Chopra for clinching the silver medal at the Olympics.

"Congratulations #NeerajChopra on winning the silver medal at the #ParisOlympics. Amazing effort to win two back to back olympic medals," India pacer Mohammed Shami wrote on X.

"Your perseverance and passion continue to inspire the nation. You've shown once again that there are no limits to achieving dreams through hard work and dedication."

Former Indian batter VVS Laxman wrote. "Your dedication, hard work, and passion have brought immense pride to our nation once again!," Legendary Indian cricketer Krishnamachari Srikkanth said.

"Congratulations @Neeraj_Chopra1 on winning the silver in javelin at the #Paris2024! Your journey inspires a billion, and we celebrate this incredible achievement with you! #JaiHind"

"A consecutive Olympic medal! Congratulations @Neeraj_chopra1 on not just winning the medal but etching your name in India's sporting history!" Cheteshwar Pujara posted on X.