"Okay To Win Medals, But More Important Is...": Neeraj Chopra After Win

Neeraj Chopra said athletes have very short careers after which they have to return to ordinary life.

Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra on Sunday said winning medals is okay but being humble and respecting others is more important.

The 24-year-old scripted history again on Sunday by clinching the silver medal in the men's javelin throw final at the World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon in the United States.

Speaking after the event, Mr Chopra said: "It is okay to be winning medals for the country but it is more important how you are with people and how you behave with them."

"If someone shows you respect, you need to ask yourself if you are also showing them that respect - that is very important," he added.