Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage wins Commonwealth javelin gold, Neeraj Chopra takes silver

Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage secured the gold medal in the men's javelin competition, edging out India’s Neeraj Chopra, who finished with the silver. The event, held on Saturday at the regional athletics meet, featured a field of seasoned throwers, but the final round saw Pathirage deliver a decisive performance that placed him at the top of the podium.

Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem, a previous medal contender, was eliminated in the early stages after failing to register a qualifying throw. The outcomes shift the regional rankings, with Pathirage’s victory marking a significant milestone for his nation, while Chopra’s silver reinforces his standing among the continent’s elite javelin athletes.