Competing in the javelin throw event at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Nadeem’s outstanding performance has not only brought glory to Pakistan but has also inspired millions across the nation. Arshad Nadeem, 27, took the top spot in the javelin on 8^th August 2024 in the Paris Games, becoming the first Pakistani to win an individual gold medal in the country’s history. Arshad made history in Paris, not only winning Pakistan’s first Olympic gold in athletics but also setting an Olympic record with a monstrous 92.97 metre throw. In this research article, our Tashheer research team writes about a Pakistani legend Arshad Nadeem who broke the Javelin Olympic record made by previous players. Arshad Nadeem’s journey to gold in the Olympics 2024 is a story of determination, hard work, and resilience.

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Olympic Glory 2024: Arshad Nadeem Breaks Olympic Javelin Record at Paris

Summer Olympics 2024 officially known as Games of the XXXIII Olympiad and branded as Paris 2024, were an international multi-sport event that occurred from 26 July to 11 August in France with the opening ceremony having taken place on 26 July, 2024. Paris was the host city, and events (mainly football) were held in 16 additional cities across metropolitan France including the sailing center in the second-largest city of France, Marseille, on the Mediterranean Sea and one subsite for surfing in Tahiti, French Polynesia. Stade de France is the national stadium of France that is located just north of Paris in the commune of Saint-Denis. Its seating capacity of 80,696 makes it largest stadium in France. It was a record breaking night at Stade de France in Olympic Games Paris 2024 men’s javelin throw final as Arshad Nadeem from Pakistan set a new Olympic record throw of 92.97m.

First Olympic Gold Medal Record by Arshad Nadeem 

At the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, Nadeem became the first Pakistani to qualify for the final of any track and field event in Olympics history and to win an Olympic gold medal. He claimed the men’s javelin throw title and set a new Olympic record of 92.97 m in the final. The previous Olympic record holder was Norwegian Andreas Thorkildsen, who achieved 90.57 m at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Now, Nadeem’s throw is the sixth longest throw ever recorded. With this medal, Nadeem won an Olympic medal for Pakistan after 32 years, the last medal being won at the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona. It was also Pakistan’s first Olympic gold medal since 1984.

Before 2024 Olympics, Nadeem was considered as an underdog by many critics. Officials also confirmed his throw of 92.97 m as the longest throw in the world by any male javelin thrower in the current season. He became only the fourth athlete in Olympic history to throw the javelin over 90 meters, accomplishing this impressive feat twice, once in his second throw and again in his final attempt.

Arshad Nadeem’s Early Life

He is the third oldest of eight siblings. From his young age, Nadeem was a very talented athlete, playing multiple sports at school including cricket, badminton, football and athletics. Born in Mian Channu, Punjab, Nadeem discovered his talent for athletics at a young age. Initially, he pursued cricket like many young Pakistani athletes but his natural aptitude for javelin throwing soon became apparent.  His true passion, however, was cricket and he quickly started playing in district-level tape-ball tournaments. In grade seven, Nadeem was noticed by Rasheed Ahmad Saqi during an athletics competition. Saqi, who had a reputation for developing athletes in the area, began training Nadeem shortly after. 

Before focusing on javelin throw, Nadeem also tried shot put and discus throw. Winning gold medals in javelin at the Punjab Youth Festivals and an inter-board meet brought him national attention. This led to offers from top domestic teams including the Pakistan Army, Air Force, and Water & Power Development Authority (WAPDA). It was his father, Muhammad Ashraf, who encouraged him to try javelin throwing. Nadeem originally wanted to be a full-time cricketer, but in 2015, he decided to focus on athletics instead. Looking back, Nadeem realized that choosing javelin was “the best thing that happened” to him.

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The Golden Moment

At the 2024 Paris Olympics, Arshad Nadeem faced stiff competition from some of the best javelin throwers in the world. The pressure was immense with the hopes of an entire nation resting on his shoulders. However, Nadeem remained focused and composed, delivering a stunning throw of 92.97 meters in his final attempt. As the javelin soared through the air, the stadium held its breath. When it finally landed, the realization that Nadeem had clinched the gold became clear. Pakistani contingent erupted in joy and back home, millions of Pakistanis celebrated this historic achievement. It was a moment of pride and jubilation, as the national anthem played and the Pakistani flag was hoisted at the Olympic in Stade de France.

Winning Price

Nadeem is set to receive a grand amount of more than PKR 150 million (more than INR 4.5 crore and USD 538,000). Out of this amount, the Chief Minister of the Pakistan state of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz, has announced a reward of PKR 100 million for Nadeem according to Dawn News. Punjab governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan has announced a further PKR 2 million reward. They also reported that PKR 50 million will be awarded to Nadeem by Chief Minister of Sindh with Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab. Sindh governor Kamran Tessori also announced a PKR 1 million more. Popular Pakistani singer Ali Zafar has confirmed that he will give PKR 1 million to Nadeem while cricketer Ahmad Shahzad has also awarded the same amount through his foundation.

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