Neeraj Chopra Creates History By Breaking 90 Metre Mark: Check His Net Worth

India's golden boy, Neeraj Chopra, on Friday created history after becoming the first Indian to breach the elusive 90-metre barrier in men's javelin throw during the Doha Diamond League. His latest performance has come after months of practice, perseverance and determination.

Given his past achievements in the field of sports, Chopra, who plays on behalf of the Indian Army, was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He had joined the Indian Army as Naib Subedar ( a non-commissioned post).

'I Broke The National Record, But Got Second'

While Neeraj Chopra created history by becoming the first Indian to achieve the historic feat, he was not the best performing athlete of the competition in Doha. One of his competitors, Germany's Julian Weber, stood first in the championship after breaking his own personal best record. Weber created a world record with a sensational throw of 91.06 metre.

Explaining his situation in Doha after the competition, Neeraj Chopra said, "It is a little bit bittersweet result. I am very happy for the 90m, but this second place - it actually happened to me also when I competed in Turku and in Stockholm. I threw 89.94 and I was always second. And also here. I broke the national record and got second."

The Olympic medallist had fouled his second attempt, undeviated by the loss he diverted all his strength, energy and focus in his third attempt and recorded his personal best after breaching the 90 metre mark.

Apart from Neeraj Chopra, Parul Chaudhary also created history with a national record in the women's 3000 meter steeplechase. Neeraj Chopra's previous personal best was 89.94 metre achieved at the Stockholm Diamond League two years back. Additionally, Neeraj Chopra has performed more than five attempts in the range of 89 metre.

Neeraj Chopra Net Worth

Neeraj Chopra has a net worth of Rs 37 crore, GQ India reported in 2024. However, his actual salary, income and net worth details are not available in the public domain. The elite track and field athlete might have earned more from brand endorsements, salary and awards announced by the Indian government.

Neeraj Chopra Assets

According to the report, he also owns properties and luxurious vehicles. The Haryana-born athlete owns a three-storey bungalow. He also owns a Range Rover Sport worth over Rs 2 crore.

As per the report, he earns a monthly income of nearly Rs 30 lakh, ie nearly Rs 4 crore in a month. Prior to his promotion as Lieutenant Colonel, Chopra used to work as a JCO in the Rajputana Rifles.

Chopra also holds the position of a Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) in the Rajputana Rifles with the rank of Naib Subedar in the Indian Army.

Neeraj Chopra Source of Income

Neeraj Chopra earns a significant portion of his income from his monthly salary as an Honorary Lieutenant Colonel. After winning a medal in the Tokyo Olympics, he also received a total cash prize of Rs 13 crore from state government and other organisations. Mahindra & Mahindra's Anand Mahindra had also gifted him a personalised vehicle. He has earned a decent amount of money from endorsing brands like Nike, Gaotrate, Under Armour, etc.