Arshad Nadeem Breaks 40-Year Drought, Wins Olympic Gold for Pakistan in Javelin

Daily1News August 09, 2024


Arshad Nadeem Makes History: Ends Pakistan’s 32-Year Olympic Wait with Record-Breaking Gold


In a night that will be etched in Pakistan's sporting history, Arshad Nadeem shattered records and ended a decades-long Olympic medal drought by clinching the gold in the men’s javelin final in Paris. The triumph not only brought home Pakistan’s first individual Olympic gold but also ignited national pride in a way that transcends sports. SHOW MORE

A Rocky Start, A Stunning Finish

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Arshad, hailing from the small town of Mian Channu, had a rocky start to the night. His first attempt saw a disappointing no-throw, leaving fans on the edge of their seats. But, in true champion style, Arshad turned the pressure into fuel. On his second attempt, he unleashed a monstrous 92.97-meter throw that sent shockwaves through the stadium and left his competitors trailing far behind. This throw not only secured him the top spot on the podium but also set a new Olympic record, smashing the previous mark of 90.57 meters set by Andreas Thorkildsen at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. SHOW MORE


The competition took on an added layer of intensity as Arshad found himself up against his well-known rival, Neeraj Chopra of India. Chopra, the reigning Olympic champion, also started with a foul on his first throw but managed to recover with an 89.45-meter throw on his second attempt. Despite this solid effort, it was only good enough for silver, as Arshad’s phenomenal performance set a standard no one could match.

Adding to the drama, the bronze medal was claimed by Grenada’s Anderson Peters, who marked his first-ever Olympic podium finish with an impressive 88.54-meter throw. Continue.............

A Night of Historic Firsts


Arshad’s victory is monumental in more ways than one. It marks Pakistan’s first track and field medal in Olympic history and only the second time a South Asian athlete has reached the podium in this category. His throw is now the sixth-longest in history and the best recorded globally this year—a testament to his hard work and dedication. SHOW MORE

The Rivalry Continues


This victory also reignited the fierce Pakistan-India sports rivalry. Arshad and Chopra have a history of going head-to-head in major competitions. Just last year, the roles were reversed when Chopra took gold and Nadeem claimed silver at the World Athletics Championships. But this time, it was Arshad’s night to shine.

Chopra, who entered the final as the top seed with an 89.34-meter throw, struggled to find his rhythm. Despite being the reigning world champion and Tokyo 2020 gold medalist, Chopra had a night to forget with five foul throws, leaving him to settle for silver with his single successful attempt. Continue...........

A Nation Rejoices


Back home, the victory has sparked celebrations across Pakistan. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was quick to acknowledge the significance of the moment, taking to social media platform X to express his pride: “You’ve made the whole nation proud, young man.”

Arshad Nadeem’s triumph in Paris is more than just an Olympic win; it’s a story of perseverance, national pride, and the indomitable spirit of a young man who believed in his dreams and made history for his country.


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