Neeraj Chopra Competes for World Athlete of the Year 2023 Award

Indian star athlete Neeraj Chopra, dubbed the 'golden boy,' has received a prestigious nomination. He is one of the 11 athletes vying for the World Athlete of the Year 2023 award, an announcement made by World Athletics.

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Indian star athlete Neeraj Chopra, dubbed the 'golden boy,' has received a prestigious nomination. He is one of the 11 athletes vying for the World Athlete of the Year 2023 award, an announcement made by World Athletics.

Chopra, after a remarkable year, has earned his place in this elite list. He etched his name in history by securing the gold medal at the World Athletics Championship held in Budapest. This momentous achievement marked the first time an Indian athlete accomplished such a feat.

The 25-year-old went on to solidify his reputation further. He clinched the second position at the Diamond League in 2023 and successfully defended his gold medal at the Asian Games in Hangzhou. Notably, he faced stiff competition from his compatriot Kishore Jena, who briefly held the gold medal position, only to be surpassed by Chopra's season-best throw.

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Among the nominees, Neeraj Chopra finds himself competing against a strong field of athletes. Some of the notable contenders include Noah Lyles from the USA, Soufiane El Bakkali from Morocco, and Sweden's Mondo Duplantis, among others. The final five finalists will emerge through a three-way voting process slated for November 13 or 14.

Fans will have the opportunity to cast their votes online via World Athletics' social media platforms. Their votes will carry a 25% weightage in determining the award recipient. The World Athletics Council and the World Athletics Family will also participate in the voting process. The former's votes will hold a 50% weightage, while the latter's votes will account for 25%.

The much-anticipated reveal of the World Athlete of the Year 2023 winner is scheduled for December 11. World Athletics will make the announcement via its social media platforms, concluding a year of extraordinary achievements and outstanding athleticism.