India’s javelin superstar Neeraj Chopra surprised the nation with a major announcement in January 2025. The Olympic gold and silver medalist tied the knot in a private ceremony attended by close family members. Neeraj shared the news on social media on January 19, revealing that he is now married to Himani Mor, a tennis coach from Haryana. The couple’s understated celebration was a shocker for fans across the country.
Himani Mor, who captured the heart of the Olympian, hails from Ladsauli village in Panipat district, Haryana, much like Neeraj himself, who is from Khandra village in the same district. Aged 25, Himani completed her primary education in Panipat before pursuing higher studies. She graduated in Political Science and Physical Education from Miranda House College, Delhi University, and later advanced her education in the United States.
Himani’s journey in sports began during her time in America, where she started playing tennis and eventually transitioned into coaching. She earned her degree from Southeastern Louisiana University and later became a volunteer tennis coach at Franklin Pierce University in New Hampshire. Presently, Himani is a graduate assistant at Amherst College in Massachusetts, managing the women’s tennis team while also studying Sports Management at McCormack Eisenberg School of Management.
Neeraj’s choice of partner highlights his connection to his roots while embracing a global perspective through Himani’s impressive academic and professional background. Fans and sports enthusiasts have been celebrating the union of these two dynamic individuals who share a passion for sports and excellence, making them a power couple in their own right.