Arshad Nadeem Qualifies for Final in Men’s Javelin Throw at Paris Olympics

Islamabad: Pakistani Olympian Arshad Nadeem has secured a spot in the final of the Men’s Javelin Throw event at the Paris Olympics. In the qualifying round, Nadeem achieved a throw of 86.59 meters, placing him in third position. Indian defending champion Neeraj Chopra led the qualifiers with a throw of 89.34 meters, while the African specialist from Kenya finished in second place with a throw of 88.63 meters.
The final of the Men’s Javelin Throw is scheduled for August 8, where Neeraj Chopra, Arshad Nadeem, and A. Peters will compete for the top honors.
In response to Nadeem’s achievement, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended his congratulations and praised the athlete for his outstanding performance and relentless effort, which has won the hearts of the entire nation. The Prime Minister expressed his hopes and best wishes for Nadeem’s success in the upcoming final, highlighting the value of Nadeem’s contributions to the promotion of javelin throw as a sport. He noted that Nadeem’s dedication serves as an inspiration for the youth and emphasized the need to further develop the abundant talent in Pakistan. The government remains committed to supporting athletes participating in international competitions.