Olympic Gold Medallist Neeraj Chopra Marries Himani Mor in Private Ceremony
Olympic gold medallist and javelin star Neeraj Chopra tied the knot with Himani Mor, a former tennis player and sports management professional, in a private ceremony on Sunday, January 19. The intimate wedding took place in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, and was attended by close family and friends.
A New Chapter
Neeraj shared the joyous news on social media, posting wedding photos with the caption:
“Started a new chapter of life with my family. Grateful for every blessing that brought us to this moment together. Bound by love, happily ever after.”
The announcement delighted fans and sparked a wave of congratulatory messages from across the globe.
Ceremony and Future Plans
The wedding was a small affair with 40-50 guests, limited to close family and friends. Following the ceremony, the couple reportedly traveled to the United States for their honeymoon. A grand reception is planned upon their return to India.
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About Himani Mor
Hailing from Sonipat, Haryana, Himani Mor is a former tennis player and a graduate of Miranda House, Delhi University. She furthered her education in Sports Management and Business Administration in the United States and is currently pursuing a Master of Science at the Isenberg School of Management.
Professionally, Himani serves as the team manager for the women’s tennis team at Amherst College, Massachusetts, and has experience in sports administration, business development, and strategic planning.
A Stellar Year for Neeraj Chopra
Neeraj’s wedding comes shortly after his incredible performance at the Paris Olympics, where he won a silver medal with a throw of 89.45m, finishing behind Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem, who set a record with 92.97m.
Earlier in the season, Neeraj achieved a personal best of 89.49m at the Lausanne Diamond League and secured second place at the Diamond League Final with a throw of 87.86m.
Congratulatory Messages
The news drew heartfelt wishes from fans, sports personalities, and public figures. Former cricketer Suresh Raina commented:
“May your journey together be filled with beautiful memories and unwavering companionship.”
Actor Gajraj Rao also congratulated the couple, adding to the widespread celebration of the athlete’s new journey.
As Neeraj Chopra continues to be a beacon of inspiration for Indian sports, his union with Himani Mor marks the beginning of an exciting chapter in his personal life.
