New Delhi: Olympic and world champion javelin throw star Neeraj Chopra has opted out of this Sunday's Paris Diamond League, citing the adductor problem that has been troubling him for the past few months, according to a report.
Speaking to 'ESPN', Chopra said that he is focusing on training and strengthening his blocking leg.
"I need to strengthen my blocking leg when I throw because that's when my groin gets pulled. We're working on that to see how we can reduce the impact on the groin and control the pressure on it," he said, explaining the problem. so he will consult "different doctors" after the Paris Games.
"Surely I could have competed in more events and that was the plan. But I have realized that my health is paramount, that comes first. Even if I feel the slightest discomfort or like I am trying too hard in training, I don't "I've learned to pause for a moment," he added.
The blocking phase is a crucial maneuver as it is the point at which the rhythm generated by running is transferred to the hip and then to the throwing arm before launching the javelin into the air.
Chopra, who topped the competition at last month's Paavo Nurmi Games in Turku, Finland, with a throw of 85.97m, said he has become wiser over the years and no longer puts himself at risk to fulfill commitments as he used to do before his Olympic Games. gold.
"Back then, if I had an entry in a competition, I would definitely go and compete no matter what. But now, with more experience, I am in a better position to make the right decisions," he said.
"I was happy with my performance in Turku, but I felt there was more work to do. I was slow on the track compared to my normal speed.
"I want to get that speed back and to do that I need the right confidence that I am in top shape and that my groin is in shape. I want to feel confident when I run on the track," he said.
Speaking to 'ESPN', Chopra said that he is focusing on training and strengthening his blocking leg.
"I need to strengthen my blocking leg when I throw because that's when my groin gets pulled. We're working on that to see how we can reduce the impact on the groin and control the pressure on it," he said, explaining the problem. so he will consult "different doctors" after the Paris Games.
"Surely I could have competed in more events and that was the plan. But I have realized that my health is paramount, that comes first. Even if I feel the slightest discomfort or like I am trying too hard in training, I don't "I've learned to pause for a moment," he added.
The blocking phase is a crucial maneuver as it is the point at which the rhythm generated by running is transferred to the hip and then to the throwing arm before launching the javelin into the air.
Chopra, who topped the competition at last month's Paavo Nurmi Games in Turku, Finland, with a throw of 85.97m, said he has become wiser over the years and no longer puts himself at risk to fulfill commitments as he used to do before his Olympic Games. gold.
"Back then, if I had an entry in a competition, I would definitely go and compete no matter what. But now, with more experience, I am in a better position to make the right decisions," he said.
"I was happy with my performance in Turku, but I felt there was more work to do. I was slow on the track compared to my normal speed.
"I want to get that speed back and to do that I need the right confidence that I am in top shape and that my groin is in shape. I want to feel confident when I run on the track," he said.
