The Gold Medal

Carved a niche in history with his javelin throw Neeraj Chopra, the Indian with golden glow He speared it in his first attempt, cool and composed The next was ev’n better, he triumphed unopposed. 08.08.2021
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Krutsinger Avatar
August 16, 2021 at 9:32 AM
I am glad you honored this young man with this one. I hope someone shows it to him.
Wolf Avatar
August 10, 2021 at 8:09 PM
Great. Nice to see India pick up a gold. May it be the first of many to come. Cheers, Gershon
Gasun Avatar
August 10, 2021 at 9:33 AM
Well-penned quatrain to give honor to a true pride! Three cheers for your golden pen too dear friend Jo. Hugs to this poem.
Horsman Avatar
August 9, 2021 at 1:39 AM
Great subject you choose here, Jo, then enhance it with a potent meaning.
Cunningham Avatar
August 8, 2021 at 11:25 AM
Great tribute to Neeraj, Jo, your country must be so proud of his achievement. Tom
Balasubramanian Avatar
August 8, 2021 at 8:37 AM
Superb tribute. Good job! Well done!
Buhagiar Avatar
August 8, 2021 at 5:45 AM
An achievement to a great athlete. Hugs.
Kannan Avatar
August 8, 2021 at 5:34 AM
Such a great tribute to our pride man... I loved it, Jo...
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