Neeraj apart, Indian athletes mostly a letdown in Paris

Neeraj Chopra's success was India's only highlight at the Paris Olympics, with Avinash Sable also making a final. The rest of the 29-athlete squad fell short

New Delhi: Neeraj Chopra entering the pantheon of greats was the only silver lining in the Indian track and field performances at the Paris Olympics. Avinash Sable was the only other athlete from the country to make the final, in the 3000m steeplechase where he finished 11th. The squad of 29 athletes had landed in Paris with fanfare, but failed to live up to the hype.

India's javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra poses for a picture with his silver medal at the Paris Olympics. (ANI)