New Delhi, Aug. 8 -- Two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra congratulated Indian javelin thrower Ashish Yadav on winning the silver medal at the U20 World Athletics Championships, saying the achievement was particularly special for him as a fellow javelin thrower.

Chopra, in a post on X, and praised Ashish for his performance at the global junior championships.

"Always a great feeling to see Indian athletes competing and winning at the International level, this one is little more special for me as a javelin thrower. Super proud of you Ashish on your Silver at the U-20 Worlds, this is just the start!" Chopra wrote.

Ashish produced his best effort of 74.09 metres in the third round to finish second in the competition. South Africa's He...