Arshad Nadeem, hailing from Mian Chunnu, Khanewal, has made Pakistan proud on the world stage. Born on January 2, 1997, this 27-year-old athlete stands tall at 6’3″, embodying the strength and resilience that has brought him to the pinnacle of javelin throwing.
Attempts Result
Arshad (Bib Number 1113) did these attempts (taken from Official Olympics Page):
1 x
2 92.97
3 88.72
4 79.40
5 84.87
6 91.79
where as the rest of the players did this:
2 IND
CHOPRA Neeraj
89.45 SB
3 GRN
PETERS Anderson
88.54
4 CZE
VADLEJCH Jakub
88.50
5 KEN
YEGO Julius
87.72 SB
6 GER
WEBER Julian
87.40
7 TTO
WALCOTT Keshorn
86.16 SB
8 FIN
ETELATALO Lassi
84.58
9 FIN
HELANDER Oliver
82.68
10 FIN
KERANEN Toni
80.92
11 BRA
da SILVA Luiz Mauricio
80.67
12 MDA
MARDARE Andrian
80.10
The standard deviation of the throws is approximately 3.87 meters.
The difference between Neeraj Chopra’s best throw and Arshad’s best throw is 3.52 meters, with Arshad’s throw being higher.
Despite the fierce competition, where India’s Neeraj Chopra’s throw was just meters apart, Arshad’s achievement feels like it spans many miles. The season-best throws by top athletes from Grenada and Germany made them formidable contenders, yet Arshad’s throw outshone all, reminding us of the historic Olympic record broken from 2008. The difference between Neeraj’s throw and Arshad’s might be 3.52 meters, but in terms of national pride, it’s a gap that feels much wider.
Arshad’s journey, which began at the Punjab Youth Festival in 2012 organized by Rana Mashhood, has been nothing short of remarkable. His hard work and dedication have earned him widespread recognition and rewards. From Kameran Tesori pledging 2 million from his own pocket to Mayor Karachi Murtaza Wahab announcing 5 crore rupees, the nation is coming together to honor this hero.
Achievements and Support:
Success has many fathers;….
- Kameran Tesori’s Contribution: The announcement of 2 million from his own pocket signifies personal and national pride.
- Attauallah Tarrar’s Mention: The government’s support in helping Arshad secure a South African visa underlines the state’s role in nurturing talent.
- Mayor Karachi’s Announcement: Murtaza Wahab’s 5 crore rupees pledge highlights the local government’s recognition of Arshad’s achievements.
- Corporate Sponsorship: Toyota and Ufone’s sponsorship illustrates the role of corporate support in sports.
- Zorays Solar’s Commitment: Your company’s promise to provide solar power if Arshad secured a podium position shows the private sector’s enthusiasm for supporting national talent.
Zorays Solar, staying true to their 2021 promise, is now honoring their commitment by providing solar power, having vowed to do so if Arshad secured a podium position. This is a testament to the private sector’s enthusiasm for supporting our national heroes.
This also settles the debate that Arshad is the number one athlete Pakistan has ever produced and I can never fail to recall the contribution of PMLN Punjab Govt that came into being in 2008 fostered and nurtured such a talent.
Make Javelin the national sports of Pakistan
As the nation celebrates, it’s clear that Arshad Nadeem deserves a hero’s welcome upon his return. The idea of making javelin the national sport of Pakistan reflects how deeply his success has resonated with the public. While cricket has long been the dominant sport, there’s a growing realization that other sports like javelin deserve their place in the sun.
Prostrate in front of Allah
Even as India continues to collect silvers and bronzes, it’s Pakistan’s gold that truly shines, reminding us that sometimes, one victory is worth more than many. As we bow in gratitude before Allah, we recognize that Arshad’s success is not just his own but a victory for the entire nation.
