Neeraj Chopra wins first-ever athletics Olympic gold for India

Neeraj Chopra won a historic gold medal in the men's Javelin throw final, making him the first-ever Indian to win a medal in an athletics event. With a stunning throw of 87.58m, the 23-year-old ended India's 100-year-long wait for a medal in track and field. Here's a look at how the Haryana lad achieved the momumental feat.

Neeraj Chopra won the men's javelin on Saturday for India's first-ever Olympic athletics gold. Credit: Reuters Photo

Chopra managed a winning best of 87.58 metres. Credit: AP Photo

He is only the second Indian to win an individual gold in the Olympics. Credit: AFP Photo

This is the first track-and-field Games medal for India. Credit: Reuters Photo

He is 23-years-old and hails from Khandra village near Panipat in Haryana. Credit: PTI Photo

Chopra came into the final as a medal contender after topping the qualification round on Wednesday with a stunning first round throw of 86.59m. Credit: AFP Photo

He won the country's seventh medal and first gold in this Olympics. Credit: Reuters Photo

This was his fifth career best throw. Credit: Reuters Photo