'It was overwhelming': Neeraj Chopra on fulfilling legendary Milkha Singh's wish

Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra expressed that he felt overwhelmed after winning gold at Tokyo Olympics 2020 and fulfilling legendary athlete Milkha Singh's wish to see India bringing the biggest laurel back at the mega event in track and field event.

"It was an overwhelming experience of fulfilling the wish of legendary athlete Milkha Singh, who has inspired so many people of this country. He has made our country proud on so many occasions and it's really important to remember him at such a big event," said Chopra.

The 24-year-old is in California, US, preparing for the 2022 World Athletics Championships, Commonwealth Games and Asian Games.