'Pura mahaul badal diya': Pakistani cricketers celebrate Arshad Nadeem's historic Olympic gold (WATCH)
By Sunita Iyer | First Published Aug 9, 2024, 10:58 AM ISTArshad Nadeem etched his name into the history books on Thursday by setting a new Olympic record in the men's javelin throw at the Stade de France in Paris, clinching the gold medal and bringing glory to Pakistan.
Arshad Nadeem etched his name into the history books on Thursday by setting a new Olympic record in the men's javelin throw at the Stade de France in Paris, clinching the gold medal and bringing glory to Pakistan. His remarkable throw of 92.97 meters not only secured the top spot but also marked a historic achievement for his country, which had last won an Olympic medal in 1992 when their hockey team secured bronze.
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The fiercely contested final featured the world's 12 best throwers, with India's Neeraj Chopra, the defending Olympic champion, battling Nadeem for the top honor. Despite Neeraj's season-best throw of 89.45 meters, he had to settle for the silver medal, as Nadeem's outstanding performance remained unmatched. Anderson Peters of Grenada completed the podium, winning the bronze with a throw of 88.54 meters.
In a gracious display of sportsmanship, Neeraj Chopra acknowledged Nadeem's achievement, stating, "It was Nadeem's day," and congratulated the new Olympic champion.
For Pakistan, Nadeem's victory is monumental, marking the nation's first-ever individual Olympic gold medal and its first Olympic medal in track and field. The country erupted in joy, with celebrations resonating from every corner.
Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar expressed his elation through a video message on social media, where he praised Nadeem's determination and effort. "Out of nowhere, this son of a lion has won Pakistan a gold medal. What a player, Arshad! You have achieved this on your own, with your own hard work and caliber. Many congratulations to you, to Pakistan. The mood of the entire country has changed with one gold medal... One guy is trending across the whole world, that is Arshad Nadeem," Akhtar exclaimed.
So proud of you . Jo khushiyaan aap nay hamari udaas qom ko di hain, is ka koi comparison nahi hai. pic.twitter.com/iiCnaOsCPO
โ Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph)The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) also shared a video on its Instagram account, showing cricketers Umar Gul and Sarfaraz Ahmad jumping with joy as they watched Nadeem's second throw cross the 90-meter mark, further fueling the country's celebrations.
Congratulations Arshad Nadeem! The whole nation is proud of your historic Olympic Gold Medal ๐ฅ๐
โถ๏ธ Pakistan Shaheens players react to Arshad's remarkable achievement at pic.twitter.com/ambuGaEnP7
Here's a look at how Pakistan celebrated Nadeem's historic gold medal:
Celebrations have begun at the house of the Hero of the Nation Arshad Nadeem. ๐ต๐ฐ๐คฒ๐ pic.twitter.com/A46bjYzx1T
โ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐โ๏ธ (@amjadiq84)Celebrations started at Arshad Nadeem's home village Mian Chanu, Pakistan.
pic.twitter.com/8ak6K1VCOO
Arshad Nadeem's mother celebrates with sweets after his record-breaking javelin throw which ended Pakistanโs 32-year wait for success at the Games by clinching the coveted gold medal in the menโs javelin final in Paris. pic.twitter.com/EIHtXxs9SY
โ K A M I (@K4mi_i)Congratulations, Arshad Nadeem!** ๐ต๐ฐ๐ Pakistan celebrates a historic moment as Arshad Nadeem wins GOLD, Your incredible achievement has brought immense pride and joy to the nation. This victory will be remembered for generations. Well done, pic.twitter.com/fQiDsybk6X
โ Imran butt ๐ต๐ฐ๐ (@Buttimran58Butt)**Congratulations, Arshad Nadeem!** ๐ต๐ฐ๐ Pakistan celebrates a historic moment as Arshad Nadeem wins GOLD, shattering a 118-year-old record! Your incredible achievement has brought immense pride and joy to the nation. This victory will be remembered for generations. Well done,โฆ pic.twitter.com/cx5i6GTOW1
โ Saqlain Mushtaq (@Saqlain_Mushtaq)Gold from an exceptional athlete. Couldn't be prouder of you, my brother. You deserve all the applause. Keep shining and rocking the international stage. ๐ ๐ ๐ pic.twitter.com/Wa8aApzwHK
โ Muhammad Rizwan (@iMRizwanPak)The Pride of Pakistan - Arshad Nadeem.
Give this man the credit, the sponsorship and support he deserves pic.twitter.com/2Ew8qxiXAm
Well done champion. may Allah bless you always โค๏ธ ๐. pic.twitter.com/AjpDePcf8k
โ Mohammad Amir (@iamamirofficial)You're looking at the two greatest athletes in South Asia. Neeraj Chopra is a champion and Arshad Nadeem is a champion too. They are making Javelin Throw popular in both India and Pakistan ๐ฎ๐ณ๐ต๐ฐโค๏ธโค๏ธ pic.twitter.com/qsyKYg4VhP
โ Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan)Congratulations Arshad Nadeem on setting olympics record in javelin throw 92.97m ๐๐ผ๐๐ผ๐. We all as nation proud of u. Pakistan ๐ต๐ฐ Zindabad pic.twitter.com/JuzkV78eoC
โ Mohammad Hafeez (@MHafeez22)The pride of pakistan
๐ต๐ฐ arshad nadeem remember the name pic.twitter.com/Z7rsQbJIIq
Congratulations to Arshad Nadeem ๐ต๐ฐ for winning gold and setting a new Olympic record in the men's javelin at the Paris Olympics. What an incredible achievement! pic.twitter.com/xXztPLg4tW
โ Danish Kaneria (@DanishKaneria61)- Incredible achievement you've broken the drought & made Pakistan proud ๐ต๐ฐ ๐ช 92.97m will be etched in history forever ๐ฅ
Congratulations on this monumental feat ๐๐ผ pic.twitter.com/pVKG4Eap4E
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