Pakistan’s renowned javelin thrower, Arshad Nadeem, has clinched a spot in the final of the ongoing World Athletics Championship in Budapest, Hungary. Concurrently, Nadeem has secured his participation in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Nadeem exhibited an exceptional performance by launching the javelin an impressive distance of 86.79 meters, surpassing the Olympic qualification benchmark of 85.50 meters. Despite a shaky start with an initial throw of 70.63 meters, he swiftly rebounded with a remarkable 81.53 meters in his second attempt.
In order to secure a place in the final, Nadeem needed to reach a distance of at least 83 meters or secure a position among the top 12 competitors. The final round for the javelin throw is scheduled for Sunday, August 27.
Arshad Nadeem gained global recognition after finishing fifth in the Tokyo Olympics, a remarkable achievement that catapulted him to fame and fortune, marking a transformative journey in his life. He further solidified his prowess by clinching fifth place in the World Championship in the United States the following year.
Nadeem achieved his personal best with a remarkable throw of 90.18 meters during the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, setting a new record for the quadrennial event.
However, his journey was marred by setbacks, including elbow and left knee surgeries in London. After a period of rigorous rehabilitation, he made his competitive comeback in May at the 34th National Games in Quetta, securing the gold medal for his department, Wapda. Regrettably, he suffered a knee injury to his right knee during the event, which forced his withdrawal from the recent Asian Championship held in Bangkok.
