India opened its medal account on the third day of the World Athletics U20 Championships in Eugene, USA, with Ashish Yadav winning silver in the men’s javelin throw. The 19-year-old produced his best effort of 74.09 metres in his third attempt to finish second on Saturday. Ashish became only the second Indian after Neeraj Chopra to win a silver medal in the event at the World Athletics U20 Championships.
Congratulations to Ashish Yadav on winning the silver medal in men’s javelin at the 2026 World U20 Championships in Eugene, Oregon. His impressive 74.09m throw shines as a moment of pride for Indian athletics, showcasing his persistent hard work, discipline, and determination.… pic.twitter.com/qxfOO5v0sf
— Dhanraj Nathwani (@DhanrajNathwani) August 8, 2026
Chopra had won gold at the 2016 edition in Poland, where he set the still-standing world junior record of 86.48 metres. South Africa’s Jan-Hendrik Heymans won the gold medal with a throw of 80.50 metres in his sixth and final attempt, which also became the season’s leading U20 world mark.
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