(Athletics news) Olympic 2021 Live Update: One of India’s medal contenders Neeraj Chopra started off in fine fashion in the Men’s Javelin Throw as he finished on top of Group A in the Tokyo Olympics. His first attempt was enough to seal his place in the final, as he threw a 86.65m which saw him finish ahead of Gold medal favourite Johannes Vetter from Germany who finished second with a throw of 85.64m in his third attempt. Lassi Etelätalo from Finland finished third with a throw of 84.50m.  In Group B Shivpal Singh from India failed to qualify for the Finals as he finished 12th with his best throw of 76.40m.

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The top twelve performers or throws of 83.50m and above will guarantee a place in the final. The Final will take place on August 7 as the 12 athletes will go head to head for the Gold. Johannes Vetter seems to be the favourite as he came real close to the world record with a throw of 97.76m last year. Neeraj Chopra will be eyeing on the podium as he will look to become the first Indian athlete in history to win an Olympic medal in Athletics.