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Express Tribune
2 days ago
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- Express Tribune
Arshad Nadeem credits parents' and nation's prayers after historic gold win
Listen to article Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem ended a 52-year gold medal drought for Pakistan at the Asian Athletics Championships, crediting his victory to the prayers of his parents and the nation. Nadeem clinched the gold in the javelin throw event at the championships held in South Korea, finishing ahead of India's Sachin, who took silver. Japan's Yuta Sakiyama secured the bronze with a throw of 83.75 metres, while Sri Lanka's Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage finished fourth with 83.27 metres. Pakistan's other participant, Muhammad Yasir, placed eighth with a best throw of 75.39 metres. 'Winning this medal is a great honour,' Nadeem said in a message shared on social media. Read: India blocks Olympian Arshad Nadeem's Instagram He added that the success was a blessing from Allah and a result of the nation's prayers. Nadeem also acknowledged the efforts of his coach, Salman Butt, describing the medal as a product of their joint hard work. This victory marked his first international win since competing in the Paris Olympics 2024. He is expected to land in Lahore on Sunday night at 10.20 pm. The victory has brought Pakistan global recognition and respect on the international stage. Nadeem's win was lauded by President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Pakistan last won gold at the Asian Athletics Championships in 1973, when Allah Daad secured the javelin throw title and Muhammad Younis won gold in the 800-metre race. Read More: Arshad Nadeem determined to win gold at Asian Athletics Championship In his message, Zardari said that the entire nation was proud of Arshad Nadeem's outstanding performance. Simirlarly, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that Arshad Nadeem continues to make the nation proud. He added that Arshad Nadeem's hard work, dedication, and remarkable success serve as an inspiring example for young athletes. Last year in August Nadeem made history by winning the gold medal in the men's javelin final at the Paris Olympics, setting a new Olympic record with a throw of 92.97 metres. Previously, Nadeem was named the Best Asian Athlete by Asian Athletics, which recognized his remarkable achievements on the continental stage. Nadeem will head to England after this championship to begin preparations for the World Athletics Championships in September.
Time of India
3 days ago
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- Time of India
Srabani shines with relay silver on intl comeback
Srabani Nanda made a comeback to the national team for the Asian Athletics Championships after almost three years having last competed for India in the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham in 2022. There she competed in the 4x100m women's relay but the quartet of Nanda, Hima Das, Dutee Chand and Jyothi Yarraji narrowly missed the podium after finishing fourth in the final with a timing of 43.81 seconds. It was a tough loss but the veteran sprinter turned back the clock on Saturday evening in Gumi, South Korea, to bag a silver medal in the same event with a timing of 43.86 seconds in the Asian meet. Nanda ran the opening leg and was followed by Shena SS. 18-year-old Abhinaya Rajarajan then ran a blistering third leg while Nithya Gandhe was the anchor and crossed the finish line just behind China, who grabbed the gold with a timing of 43.28 seconds. Thailand grabbed the bronze medal. The Odisha sprinter, who was quite disappointed with her performance during the Indian Open in Ranchi earlier this year, was expectedly over the moon on Saturday as she won her third Asian Athletics medal. Speaking to TOI from Gumi, Nanda said, "I am very grateful. It's really nice and it's a happy and proud moment for me. In relay, it is all about teamwork and I want to thank all the team members for the support and the coordination so that we could deliver this result." The 2010 Commonwealth Games bronze medalist, meanwhile, was more than pleased with their baton exchanges, especially as the Indian men's 4x100m relay team were disqualified in the heats on Friday as an exchange was made outside the zone, and it was on everybody's mind. But the women's team did it to perfection. "In relay, the plan is always to get the best exchanges and be confident to do it well. And we were able to do it," added Nanda. "Overall it was a very calm, cool and good race." While her experience obviously played a huge role, the one-month training camp in Trivandrum after the Federation Cup under coach Seenivasan Ramaiah also made a big difference as they concentrated a lot on baton exchange, besides other key aspects of the race. "We could find out where we were lacking and we could work on it to get the best result. We also got great support from all the other athletes who gave us a lot of competition during the training," said the 200m former national champion before adding, "The plan was always to deliver the best and be confident and I think we kind of did it. But there is still so much room to get better." There's certainly no end to that but for now they can be happy with what they have achieved on the continental stage.
Express Tribune
3 days ago
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Arshad Nadeem wins javelin gold at Asian Athletics
Listen to article Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem clinched gold in the men's javelin final at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships on Saturday, recording a throw of 86.40 metres on his final attempt. The event, held in Gumi, South Korea, saw Nadeem finish ahead of India's Sachin, who secured second place. READ MORE: India blocks Olympian Arshad Nadeem's Instagram Japan's Yuta Sakiyama won the bronze with a throw of 83.75 metres, while Sri Lanka's Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage, finished fourth with 83.27 metres. Pakistan's second participant, Muhammad Yasir, finished eighth, recording a best throw of 75.39 metres. Nadeem maintained the lead throughout the final round with a series of strong throws. His third attempt measured 85.57 metres, putting him ahead of the competition. He followed this with 83.99 metres on his fourth throw, remaining firmly in first place. On his fifth and last attempt, Nadeem delivered his longest throw of the day, reaching 86.40 metres, securing the gold medal for Pakistan. READ MORE: Arshad Nadeem determined to win gold at Asian Athletics Championship This victory followed his strong performance in the qualifying round a day earlier, where he secured a spot in the final with a throw of 86.34 metres on his first attempt. That effort marked him as a leading contender heading into the final. Nadeem's gold medal adds to his growing list of international achievements and reinforces his position as one of Asia's top javelin throwers. Last year in August Nadeem made history by winning the gold medal in the men's javelin final at the Paris Olympics, setting a new Olympic record with a throw of 92.97 metres. Previously, Nadeem was named the Best Asian Athlete by Asian Athletics, which recognized his remarkable achievements on the continental stage. Nadeem will head to England after this championship to begin preparations for the World Athletics Championships in September.
Qatar Tribune
26-05-2025
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- Qatar Tribune
Pakistan's Nadeem wins top Asian award, Qatar's Seifeldin is best U20 athlete
Tribune News Network Gumi (South Korea) Paris Olympic Games javelin hero Arshad Nadeem of Pakistan on Sunday won the 'Best Athlete of Asia' award at a glittering Asian Athletics Association (AAA) awards ceremony. Qatar's Seifeldin Heneida Abdesalam, who soared to new heights in pole vault last season, was honoured with the prestigious 'Best U20 Athlete of Asia' award at the same ceremony headlined by AAA President Dahlan Jumaan Al Hamad. Seifeldin shared the 'Best U20 Athlete of Asia' award with Hayato Shimoda of Japan, a force in the 400m hurdles. At the AAA ceremony, joining Nadeem was Japan's formidable javelin thrower, Haruka Kitaguchi, who claimed the female Best Athlete award, her consistent dominance and inspiring achievements making her a clear choice. Nadeem said on his social media: 'Today, I was honoured to receive the 'Best Male Athlete of Asia' award by Asian Athletics. I am humbled and recharged to give better performances.' China's Jiale Zhang was celebrated as the 'Best U20 female athlete' for her prowess in the hammer throw. The 'Best U18 Athlete of Asia' awards went to China's promising Han Qigeng and the UAE's impressive Mariam Kareem, signifying the depth of talent emerging across the continent. The Chinese Athletics Association was presented with the 'Best Member Federation' certificate, acknowledging their exemplary commitment to developing and promoting athletics within their nation. Dahlan lauds satisfactory achievements at Asian Athletics Awards ceremony President of the Asian Athletics Association (AAA) Dahlan Jumaan Al Hamad praised the working committees of the Asian body for their hard work during the last season. Al Hamad was delivering his opening speech at the 26th Asian Athletics Congress, Gumi, Korea. 'It's my great pleasure to stand before you today, where you have placed your trust in me to lead our continent. Believe me, leading 45 countries, each with its own diversity, is not easy,' Al Hamad said. 'But thanks to the right team you have elected to the council, and with your continued support, we have managed to turn the impossible into possible and accessible,' he said. 'Congratulations to all members who have been elected or re-elected. 'I am confident you will add great value and commitment to Asia. Since the last Congress, we set a roadmap which led to meaningful and satisfactory achievements that I hope all members appreciate. Of course, not everything was easy or simple, but we've done our best to bring results to you,' he added. 'On your behalf, I thank (World Athletics) President Lord Sebastian Coe for his tireless efforts to promote our sport. I am proud of Asia's rising achievements in international competitions, including the Olympics,' the AAA president said. 'This progress is the result of your hard work and strategic planning. The real credit goes to you and your teams,' he said. 'Stay updated with all circulars from Asian Athletics and World Athletics. Monitor the development of your athletes and federations. Track the progress of our strategic plan. We've created a working group to engage with you, 2030 is our target for a transformed Asia. Aim higher, take your athletes to the next level,' Al Hamad told AAA member federations. 'I thank the Korean Athletics Federation and the Local Organizing Committee for hosting this event and allowing us to meet and work closely. I also thank the Council, Committees, Commissions, and our headquarters staff for their tireless work to improve our sport. Our achievements wouldn't be possible without your collective efforts,' he concluded.
Express Tribune
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Star Javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem crowned Asia's best male athlete
Pakistan's Olympic gold medalist Arshad Nadeem receives the Best Asian Athlete Award from Asian Athletics at Gumi, South Korea. Photo Courtesy: X/ArshadOlympian1 Pakistan's star javelin thrower and Olympian Arshad Nadeem has been named the Best Asian Athlete by Asian Athletics, recognising his remarkable achievements on the continental stage. The prestigious award was presented during an official ceremony on Sunday in Gumi, South Korea, following the Asian Athletics meeting. The accolade highlights Arshad's outstanding performances and his significant contribution to athletics across Asia. Taking to his official X account, Nadeem expressed his gratitude, writing: 'Honoured to receive the 'best male athlete of Asia' award by Asian Athletics. I am humbled and recharged to give better performances.' Today I was honoured to receive the "best male athlete of Asia" award by Asian Athletics. I am humbled and recharged to give better performances — Arshad Nadeem (@ArshadOlympian1) May 25, 2025 This honour adds to Nadeem's growing list of accomplishments and underscores Pakistan's rising prominence in the world of athletics. Notably, he became Pakistan's first-ever individual Olympic gold medalist and the nation's first athletics medalist at the Summer Olympics, clinching gold at the 2024 Paris Games with an extraordinary throw of 92.97 meters. Throughout his career, Nadeem has amassed an impressive haul, including four golds, one silver, and four bronze medals across major events such as the Olympics, World Championships, Commonwealth Games, Asian Games, Islamic Solidarity Games, South Asian Games, and Asian U20 Championships. Looking ahead, Nadeem is set to compete in the upcoming Asian Athletics Championship in South Korea, where he will continue to represent Pakistan on the international stage.
