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Wrapped In Pakistan Flag, Arshad Nadeem Breaks Down After Clinching Olympics Gold. Video

Arshad Nadeem gave Pakistan its first Olympic gold medal in 32 years, setting a new Games record with an attempt of 92.97 metres in the men's javelin throw final. Before Arshad's remarkable victory in Paris, Pakistan had never won an individual gold medal at the Olympics. Pakistan had previously won just three golds, all in field hockey, with their team winning the titles in 1960, 1968 and 1984. It was an astonishing feat for Arshad, who unlike his opponents, struggled to even buy a new javelin for training.

From mud brick house to Olympic podium, Arshad Nadeem is unlikely Pakistani hero

LAHORE, Pakistan : Arshad Nadeem's home village erupted into rapturous celebrations after he clinched Pakistan's first Olympic medal in athletics, winning gold in the men's Javelin and knocking defending champion Neeraj Chopra of arch-rival India into second place.

"Pakistan Can Win FIFA World Cup," Says Bilawal Bhutto After Arshad Nadeem's Olympic Gold

Arshad Nadeem made history for Pakistan at the Paris Olympics 2024 after he returned with the gold medal from the javelin throw. In a field that had several stars including India's Neeraj Chopra, Arshad Nadeem came up with a monstrous throw of 92.97m to take home the gold. It was an Olympic record and helped Pakistan win their first individual gold at the Games. Bilwal Bhutto, who is a member of National Assembly of Pakistan, congratulated Nadeem and declared that Pakistan can win the FIFA World Cup too if given support.

273 Million Users: Olympics Website Flooded By Indians During Neeraj Chopra's Javelin Final

Ace Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra's silver medal and the hockey team's bronze-medal success have led to a massive spike in the number of users following the progress of the country's athletes on the Paris Olympics website and dedicated app for the Games. Christian Klaue, the International Olympic Committee's Corporate Communications and Public Affairs Director, said on Friday that 273 million users had visited the Olympic website and app, with the maximum number coming from India owing to the success of Neeraj and the hockey team that won its second consecutive bronze medal in the quadrennial showpiece.

"Sports Unites Everyone": Harbhajan Singh Hails Heartwarming Neeraj Chopra-Arshad Nadeem Picture

The camaraderie between Indian superstar Neeraj Chopra and Pakistani javelin ace Arshad Nadeem clearly shows that sport transcends borders and unites people, feels former India spinner Harbhajan Singh. On Thursday, Nadeem clinched the gold medal with a stunning Olympic record throw of 92.97m while defending champion Chopra took the silver with a season's best effort of 89.45m, in Paris. "We have seen some good pictures where Neeraj and Nadeem after the ceremony, they were talking with each other... with both of them holding their own flags and respecting each other as a sportsperson. That's what shows that sports is beyond any boundaries and sports unites everyone, so great message by both of them," Harbhajan said.

"Gift From Me To...": Arshad Nadeem's Message After Setting Olympic Javelin Record On Way To Gold

Arshad Nadeem - this is one name that being spoken about by everyone in the athletics world. At the Paris Olympics 2024, Nadeem threw a Games record of 92.97m to take home the gold in javelin throw. This is Pakistan's first ever individual gold medal at the Olympics. After the medal, Nadeem said the medal was a gift to the country. "First of all, I thank Allah Almighty for this huge success, with the prayers of my parents, prayers of the entire nation and especially the tireless effort of my coach Mr. Salman Iqbal Butt and the support of Dr. Ali Sher Bajwa, I have achieved this massive milestone. Thank you All!" Nadeem Wrote on X.

When Neeraj Chopra Supported Arshad Nadeem's Plea For A New Javelin, Government Funds

Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem created history by becoming the first athlete from his country to win an Olympic gold medal. The 27-year-old broke the men's javelin Olympic record with his 92.97m attempt to beat India's Neeraj Chopra to the gold. It was a massive moment. This was the first time in the history of the Olympics that Asian athletes claimed the top two podium positions but the connection between Nadeem and Neeraj goes way back. Both of them have been competing against each other for quite some time and at the World Championships 2023. it was Neeraj who claimed the gold with Nadeem coming second. Over the years, both of them have expressed their appreciation for each other and Neeraj even voiced his support for Nadeem when he needed a new javelin for practice.

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Despite India winning 5 medals and Pakistan only securing 1 in the Paris Olympics, Pakistan ranks higher.

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Wrapped In Pakistan Flag, Arshad Nadeem Breaks Down After Clinching Olympics Gold. Video

From mud brick house to Olympic podium, Arshad Nadeem is unlikely Pakistani hero

"Pakistan Can Win FIFA World Cup," Says Bilawal Bhutto After Arshad Nadeem's Olympic Gold

273 Million Users: Olympics Website Flooded By Indians During Neeraj Chopra's Javelin Final

"Sports Unites Everyone": Harbhajan Singh Hails Heartwarming Neeraj Chopra-Arshad Nadeem Picture

"Gift From Me To...": Arshad Nadeem's Message After Setting Olympic Javelin Record On Way To Gold

When Neeraj Chopra Supported Arshad Nadeem's Plea For A New Javelin, Government Funds

Paris Olympics: With Just One Medal, How Is Pakistan's Rank Higher Than India?