Neeraj Chopra and Manu Bhaker Approved for Foreign Training Ahead of Major Competitions
Neeraj For Switzerland; Manu To Italy As Ministry Sanctions Foreign Training
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Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra will train at the Olympic Training Centre in Bienne, Switzerland, from May 25, while shooter Manu Bhaker heads to Italy for training. Both athletes are preparing for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and the Asian Games in Japan later this year.
- 01Neeraj Chopra will train in Switzerland from May 25 to July 10 as he recovers from a back injury.
- 02Manu Bhaker has been sanctioned for training in Italy from May 13 to 22 ahead of the Asian Games.
- 03Chopra is a past gold medalist at the Commonwealth and Asian Games.
- 04The training proposals cover travel, accommodation, and daily allowances.
- 05Long-distance runner Gulveer Singh has also been approved for training in the USA.
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Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra will head to the Olympic Training Centre in Bienne, Switzerland, from May 25 to July 10 as he recovers from a back injury. His training is part of preparations for the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, from July 23 to August 2, and the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, from September 19 to October 4. Chopra, who has not competed this year due to the postponement of the Doha Diamond League, is a gold medalist from the 2018 Commonwealth and Asian Games. He will be accompanied by his physiotherapist and coach during this training stint. Meanwhile, shooter Manu Bhaker is set to train in Lucca, Italy, from May 13 to 22. She is preparing for the Asian Games, where she will compete in the women's 10m air pistol and 25m pistol events. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports approved both athletes' training proposals, which include coverage for travel, accommodation, and daily expenses. Additionally, long-distance runner Gulveer Singh has received approval for a 34-day training program in the USA, further supporting India's athletes in their quest for medals in the upcoming competitions.
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The training opportunities for these athletes could enhance India's chances for medals in upcoming international competitions.
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