Of all throwing events the javelin requires of its master the most all-round athletic ability. The best men in javelin throwing have been, without exception, pentathlon men in their own country.

Uttar Pradesh's Sachin Yadav registered a best throw of 84.39m to break the 10-year-old meet record in men's javelin throw at the National Games 2025. The previous record of 82.23m was held by ...