SPORTS
Chankesh Rao | Feb 07, 2025, 11:00 PM IST
1.Neeraj Chopra's surprise wedding

Renowned as one of India's top javelin throwers, Neeraj Chopra recently exchanged vows with tennis player Himani Mor in a private ceremony. The 27-year-old Olympic champion wed the 25-year-old Himani, a native of Sonipat, Haryana.
2.An elegant wedding announcement

Neeraj posted photos from the wedding on social media along with a heartfelt caption in both Hindi and English. He wrote, "Jeevan ke naye adhyay ki shuruaat apne parivaar ke saath ki. Grateful for every blessing that brought us to this moment together. Bound by love, happily ever after."
3.Who is Himani Mor?

Himani Mor, a former tennis player, was born on June 26, 1999, in Larsauli, Haryana. She attended Little Angels School in Sonipat, which is also the alma mater of Olympian tennis player Sumit Nagal. Himani went on to complete her Bachelor's degree from Miranda House in Delhi.
4.Academic journey

Himani is a well-educated professional who holds a degree in Sports Management from Southeastern Louisiana University. She furthered her education by earning dual MBA degrees in Sports & Fitness Administration/Management and Human Resource Management from Franklin Pierce University in New Hampshire. At present, she is gaining valuable experience as a Graduate Assistant at Amherst College in Massachusetts while working towards her Master of Science at the McCormack Isenberg School of Management.
5.Tennis career

In addition to her academic success, Himani is also an accomplished tennis player. In 2018, she achieved a national ranking of 42 in singles and 27 in doubles, according to the All India Tennis Association (AITA). Notably, she attained these rankings in the same year she started participating in AITA events, showcasing her rapid advancement in the sport. As per her school's website, Himani won a gold medal at the World Junior Tennis Championship 2016 in Malaysia.
6.Worked as assistant coach

Himani Mor has experience as a part-time assistant coach at Franklin Pierce University in New Hampshire. She also serves as the manager of the women's tennis team at Amherst College, where she holds a position as a graduate assistant.