Arshad Nadeem set to compete alongside Neeraj Chopra in Javelin Throw Qualification

Paris Olympics
The stage is set for an electrifying contest as Pakistan’s last hope for a gold medal, Arshad Nadeem, and India’s “Golden Boy” Neeraj Chopra are placed in the same group for the qualification round of the men’s javelin throw at the Paris Olympics 2024. The event is scheduled to start at 2:50 PM tomorrow.
To secure a spot in the final round, Arshad Nadeem must achieve a minimum throw of 84 meters or rank among the 12 best throws in the qualification round. This high-stakes competition will see Arshad Nadeem and Neeraj Chopra vying not only for Olympic glory but also for national pride.
Neeraj Chopra has been a formidable opponent for Arshad Nadeem, maintaining a perfect record of 9-0 in their previous encounters. However, Nadeem’s impressive track record cannot be overlooked. He clinched the gold medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham with a massive throw of 90.18 meters, surpassing Chopra’s personal best in any javelin event.
For Pakistan, Arshad Nadeem represents the nation’s only hope for a gold medal at the Paris Olympics. His remarkable performance in Birmingham has raised expectations, and fans are eagerly anticipating his showdown with Chopra. On the other hand, Neeraj Chopra, who has consistently delivered stellar performances, aims to continue his winning streak and add another accolade to his illustrious career.
The Group B action will begin at 2:50 pm Pakistan Standard Time (PST), where Arshad is scheduled to throw fifth.
It is worth mentioning that an athlete has to make a minimum throw of 84 meters to cement their place in the final round where they will compete for the medal.
12 athletes will make their way to the final round. If 12 athletes cannot meet the 84-meter mark, the ones with the best throws will be qualified for the medal round.
Pakistan sent a total of seven athletes and six of them have been out of the games. The 27-year-old is Pakistan’s last and biggest hope for a medal in the Olympics.
Remember, Nadeem won a silver medal at the World Championship last year meanwhile in the Commonwealth Games 2022, he won the gold medal, becoming the first Pakistani athlete since 1962 to win gold at the competition, with a massive throw that covered 90.18m distance.