” Arshad Nadeem carries nation’s hopes in Paris Olympic javelin final ” | Express News Pro
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Pakistan’s top javelin thrower, Arshad Nadeem, is currently competing in the final round of the Men’s Javelin Throw at the Paris Olympics 2024.
The event, which began at 11:25 pm Pakistan Standard Time (PST), is being closely followed by fans across Pakistan, with Nadeem carrying the hopes of a nation longing for an Olympic medal.
Nadeem secured his place in the final after an impressive first throw of 86.59 metres during the qualifying round at Stade de France earlier this week. His performance ensured automatic qualification, joining India’s Neeraj Chopra and Grenada’s Peter Anderson, who also qualified with outstanding throws.
The excitement around Nadeem’s participation has been palpable, with Pakistan’s white-ball cricket captain, Babar Azam, among those publicly supporting him. In a heartfelt video message, Babar wished Nadeem the best of luck and urged the nation to rally behind him as he strives to end Pakistan’s 32-year Olympic medal drought.
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Nadeem, who has overcome significant challenges this season, including a recent injury, has expressed his determination to deliver a strong performance in the final. “I am very hopeful that I will perform well in the final, Inshallah,” Nadeem said.
The final round is ongoing, and Nadeem’s performance is being eagerly watched by millions in Pakistan and around the world.
As the competition unfolds, the nation remains hopeful that Arshad Nadeem will make history by securing a long-awaited Olympic medal.
Final Order Table:
| Order | Bib | NOC | Name | Personal Best | Season Best | World Ranking |
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| 1 | 552 | Czechia | Jakub Vadlech | 90.88 | 88.65 | 1 |
| 2 | 793 | Grenada | Anderson Peters | 93.07 | 88.63 | 6 |
| 3 | 1258 | Trinidad and Tobago | Keshorn Walcott | 90.16 | 85.22 | 9 |
| 4 | 1113 | Pakistan | Arshad Nadeem | 90.18 | 86.59 | |
| 5 | 774 | Germany | Julian Weber | 89.54 | 88.37 | 3 |
| 6 | 988 | Kenya | Julius Yego | 92.72 | 85.97 | 15 |
| 7 | 626 | Finland | Lassi Etelatalo | 86.44 | 84.67 | 16 |
| 8 | 809 | India | Neeraj Chopra | 89.94 | 89.34 | 2 |
| 9 | 1028 | Republic of Moldova | Andrian Mardare | 86.66 | 84.13 | 8 |
| 10 | 627 | Finland | Oliver Helander | 89.83 | 85.75 | 4 |
| 11 | 422 | Brazil | Luiz Mauricio da Silva | 85.91 | 85.91 | 21 |
| 12 | 628 | Finland | Toni Keranen | 85.27 | 85.27 | 14 |
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