CWG 2026: Chasing Sri Lankan Javelin Gold Winner Pathirage’s Big Throw Was a Mistake, Says Rohit Yadav

Chasing Sri Lankan gold medallist's big throw cost me at CWG: Javelin thrower Rohit

Indian javelin thrower Rohit Yadav admitted that trying to match Sri Lankan gold medallist Rumesh Pathirage's huge throw during the Commonwealth Games final cost him dearly, saying he became overconfident instead of sticking to his own plan.

Rohit Yadav Regrets 'Overconfidence' In Chasing Sri Lanka's Rumesh Pathirage At CWG

Indian javelin thrower Rohit Yadav admitted that overconfidence while chasing Sri Lanka's Rumesh Pathirage and trying to outdo teammate Neeraj Chopra cost him.

'Wanted to outthrow Neeraj Chopra': Rohit Yadav confesses

Indian javelin thrower Rohit Yadav admitted that his 'overconfidence' and attempt to outdo both Sri Lankan gold winner Rumesh Pathirage and compatriot Neeraj Chopra during the Commonwealth Games final led to his seventh-place finish, stating he should have curbed his ambition.

CWG 2026: Chasing Sri Lankan javelin gold winner Pathirage’s big throw was a mistake, says Rohit Yadav

The 27-year-old Yadav finished seventh in the men’s javelin final with a throw of 81.56m. India’s Neeraj Chopra (85.83m) and Yashvir Singh (85.41m) took the silver and bronze, respectively, behind Rumesh Pathirage.

After Missing Out On Podium Finish In CWG 2026, Rohit Yadav Aims For Improvement

Rohit Yadav reflected on the challenges he faced in the men's javelin throw final at the Commonwealth Games 2026, citing cold, windy conditions and runway issues as factors that affected his performance.

There are many things I still need to improve: Indian javelin thrower Rohit Yadav after Commonwealth Games 2026 outing - The Tribune

Rohit Yadav finished seventh in the men's javelin throw final at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow with a best throw of 81.56 meters.