Mumbai, Jan. 5 -- Star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra and JSW Sports on Monday announced the conclusion of their formal partnership. The move comes as Neeraj begins a new chapter with the launch of his own athlete management firm, Vel Sports.

Neeraj's association with JSW Sports began in 2016, when he was first scouted through the JSW Sports Excellence Program (SEP) - a moment that marked the start of one of India's most successful athlete-management journeys. He joined JSW Sports in 2016, and over the next decade, the partnership became a defining force in Indian sport, according to a press release.

Neeraj's achievements have been historic. Fondly called the 'Man with the Golden Arm,' he became the first Indian to win an Olympic Gold in...