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Neeraj Chopra
Neeraj Chopra was born on December 24, 1997, in Khandra village near Panipat, Haryana, India. Growing up in a farming family in rural India, his path to becoming one of the greatest javelin throwers in history was anything but conventional. As a child, Neeraj was overweight, and his family enrolled him in a local sports stadium primarily to help him get fit. It was there that a coach noticed his natural throwing ability and introduced him to the javelin, a discipline with virtually no tradition or infrastructure in India at the time.
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Timothy Cheruiyot is a celebrated Kenyan distance runner, specializing in the 1500 meters. Born on March 15, 1996, in Bomet County, Kenya, he started running at a young age in the rural highlands of Kenya, where running is a significant part of the culture. Cheruiyot's career took off in 2015 when he began competing at national levels. He quickly made a mark as one of the fastest middle-distance runners in the world. Cheruiyot clinched his first significant victory in 2017, winning the silver medal at the World Championships in London. Remarkably, he became the world champion in the 1500 meters in 2019 held in Doha. Known for his swift finishing kick, Cheruiyot is noted for his tactical racing approach, often conserving energy until the final meters of a race. His personal best time of 3:28.28, set in 2019, positions him among the all-time greats in middle-distance running. As of 2023, Cheruiyot remains a pivotal figure in the 1500 meters, showcasing his prowess on the international stage and continuing to inspire upcoming athletes in Kenya and beyond. His current focus is on maintaining his competitive edge for the next Olympic Games.
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