- Olympics 2024 Neeraj Chopra: The whole country is expecting another gold medal from Tokyo Olympics gold medalist Neeraj Chopra. This time a special fan will be present in the stadium to cheer him.
Paris Olympics 2024 Fayis Asraf Ali Support Neeraj Chopra:
Neeraj Chopra is all set to repeat his previous Tokyo Olympics history in Paris Olympics 2024. Fans are eagerly waiting for Neeraj Chopra’s game. Neeraj Chopra’s qualification round is to be held on 6 August. Even before this, a strange Indian fan has reached Paris to cheer him. Strange because that fan has reached Paris to cheer Neeraj Chopra not by plane, but on his bicycle. The name of that fan is Fayis Asraf Ali.
Fais Asraf Ali , who has also cheered for Neeraj Chopra in the World Athletics Championships,
started his journey on 15 August 2022 and took two years to reach Paris via 17 countries. His aim was to “spread peace and unity by cycling from India to London”. On the afternoon of 1 August 2023 in Budapest, when he came to know that Neeraj Chopra was also staying there, he fulfilled his wish of meeting his idol.
Fayis Asraf Ali told that Neeraj advised him that “If you are going to London, then come to Paris and watch the Olympics as well.” On this advice of Neeraj, Ali changed his plan and prepared to go to Paris Olympics. He obtained a visa and then went to Paris from Britain.
Let us tell you that Fayis Asraf Ali, who hails from Calicut, Kerala, cycled more than 22 thousand kilometers in 2 years and after crossing 30 countries, he reached Paris.
After which Fais Asaf Ali has now reached Paris. He has also shared pictures in front of the Eiffel Tower on his Instagram.
Ali travels with 50 kilograms of luggage
Fayis Asraf carried 50 kilograms of luggage during his journey, which included clothes, a tent, sleeping bag and a mat. He said that instead of staying in hotels, he took help from sponsors he met along the way.
Ali’s visit was also appreciated by many cricket stars.
Asraf faced many difficulties during his journey but he did not lose courage. He visited many countries during his journey and met many people. Ali’s visit was also appreciated by cricket stars Chris Gayle, Harbhajan Singh and Suresh Raina in the UK.
A Fan’s Extraordinary Odyssey
In a heartwarming tale of dedication and admiration, Fayis Asraf Ali, a cyclist from Kerala, has captured the hearts of millions with his extraordinary journey to support India’s golden boy, Neeraj Chopra. To witness his idol compete at the Paris Olympics, Ali embarked on a two-year cycling expedition spanning an incredible 22,000 kilometers across 30 countries.
A Dream Takes Shape
Inspired by Neeraj Chopra’s meteoric rise and his gold medal win at the Tokyo Olympics, Ali decided to undertake this monumental challenge. His journey began on August 15, 2022, with the ambitious goal of cycling from India to London to spread peace and unity. However, fate intervened when he learned that Chopra would be participating in the World Championships in Budapest.
A Chance Encounter
A twist of destiny led Ali to Budapest, where he had a brief but unforgettable meeting with Neeraj Chopra. The encounter fueled his determination to witness the javelin champion’s performance at the Paris Olympics. Chopra was so impressed by Ali’s dedication that he invited him to Paris for the games.
A Hero’s Welcome
After completing his arduous journey, Ali finally arrived in Paris, where he was greeted with a hero’s welcome. His unwavering support for Neeraj Chopra has become a symbol of the deep-rooted passion Indian fans have for their sporting idols.
Ali’s incredible story is a testament to the power of human spirit and the lengths people will go to support their heroes. As Neeraj Chopra takes the field in Paris, he will undoubtedly be inspired by the presence of his extraordinary fan, who has traveled thousands of kilometers to cheer him on.