Arshad Nadeem Qualifies for Paris Olympics
LAHORE – The javelin thrower from Pakistan, Arshad Nadeem, achieved a spot in the championship’s ultimate round on Friday. He also earned eligibility for the upcoming Paris Olympics scheduled for the following year.
The Pakistani sportsman executed a concluding hurl spanning 86.79 meters, securing his participation in both significant global competitions. He claimed the highest position within Group B, with Vladeck positioned second. In contrast, the Indian athlete Jena did not advance, finishing fifth after throwing 80.55 meters.
Arshad Nadeem 👏 throw of 86.79 . Paris Olympics here we come 🔥 pic.twitter.com/c1jKwnNECZ
— Hamaad (@SherlockKherloc) August 25, 2023
During May of this year, a Pakistani Olympic javelin athlete secured a first-place prize in the 34th National Games. This accomplishment was earned by propelling his javelin the greatest distance, measuring 78.02 meters.
Arshad, the competitor who represented the Water and Power Development Authority (Wapda) at the National Games, was granted the top medal.
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In the previous year, he reached a fresh achievement by successfully executing his finest hurl of 90.18 meters in Birmingham, resulting in a gold medal victory in the Commonwealth Games.
Following a short span, he clinched the gold medal in the Islamic Games hosted in Turkey.