India, April 21 -- The inaugural edition of the Neeraj Chopra classic, scheduled to take place at Sri Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru on May 24, has attracted some of the world's best javelin throwers. Two-time world champion Anderson Peters, American Curtis Thompson, the season leader (87.76m), 2016 Olympic champion Thomas Rohler of Germany, Rio Olympic silver medallist and 2015 world champion Julius Yego of Kenya, have all confirmed their participation.

Undoubtedly, the biggest name in the elite field will be Neeraj Chopra himself -- the reigning world champion and two-time Olympic medallist.

"Yes, count me in as well," Neeraj Chopra said with a wide smile, having rattled off names of the participants with great pride.

Invitation has...