Ranchi, Sep 30 (PTI) Uttar Pradesh’s 25-year-old javelin thrower Rishab Nehra stole the spotlight as he joined the 80m club while winning gold on the final day of the 64th National Open Athletics Championships here on Tuesday.

Nehra sent the spear to a distance of 80.12m in his third attempt which turned out to be a winning throw of the day.

“The domestic javelin throw in the men’s group is very competitive. I’m proud to have joined the 80m club today,” Nehra said of achieving his personal best.

Nehra’s previous best was 77.38m achieved three years ago.

It was a topsy-turvy season for Nehra as he battled a niggle and skipped major domestic events. However, armed with self-belief, he was able to conquer a new boundary in Ranchi.

"Joining the 80m club has given a big boost to my confide

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