Arshad Nadeem of Pakistan has become a global sensation as he set a new Olympic record of 92.97 metres in the men's javelin throw on August 8 at the Paris Games 2024. His spectacular gold-winning throw exceeded a big margin against silver medallist, Indian ace athlete Neeraj Chopra. Nadeem's throw was all the more historic as he clinched his country its first-ever individual Olympic gold and first track and field medal. The 27-year-old's journey, going from financial troubles to making a name on the global stage is truly an inspiration.
Arshad Nadeem Sets Olympic Record
As India was poised to see Neeraj Chopra win a second Olympic gold, an unexpected athlete caught the spotlight-- Arshad Nadeem of the neighbouring nation. The Pakistani athlete's impressive form as he swung the javelin beyond the 90-metre mark with seeming effortlessness astonished viewers.
Social media was flooded with congratulatory messages for both South Asian athletes, seeing a wholesome moment of brotherhood between supporters of both nations. Photographs of Chopra and Nadeem standing side-by-side, proudly holding their respective national flags, have been going viral.
Although upset about not finishing first, Tokyo 2020 gold-winner Neeraj Chopra remarked, "Today's competition was really great. Arshad Nadeem threw really well. Congratulations to him and his country." Meanwhile, his mother Saroj Devi's reaction to their win has been melting the internet's hearts.
Arshad Nadeem's victory is a testament to his years of hard work and dedication. The athlete, who also formerly played shot put and discus throw, had to rely on donations from villagers to support his training in the early days. In March 2024, when he needed a new javelin, he sought support from social media followers ahead of the Paris Games. Even India's Chopra made a plea to support Nadeem, showing sportive camaraderie between the two.
Pakistan Cheers For Arshad Nadeem
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