Olympics Javelin Throw: Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem clinches gold, Neeraj Chopra wins silver

Paris: Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem set a new Olympic record with a throw of 92.97m in his second attempt. In contrast, Neeraj Chopra’s first attempt was a foul. Neeraj Chopra aims to retain his Olympic gold medal as he competes in the men’s javelin throw final at the Paris Olympics 2024.

Neeraj, who won the gold medal in Tokyo three years ago, achieved a throw of 89.34 meters in the qualification round, securing the top spot. Competing in Group B of the men’s javelin throw qualification round at the Paris Olympics on Tuesday, Neeraj outperformed everyone to earn his place in the final.