Pathirage wins Asian Games javelin gold in Mizuho Park, says "It's bad luck" after missing Neeraj Chopra

Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage won the javelin gold at the Asian Games in Mizuho Park on September 29, 2026, and said "It's bad luck" as he revealed he missed Neeraj Chopra.

Pathirage's gold came with a throw of 88.55 meters. Neeraj Chopra did not compete due to an ankle injury, and Yashvir Singh and Rohit Yadav claimed silver and bronze with personal bests.