Azhar Ali backs Arshad Nadeem ahead of Javelin Throw Final

Former Pakistan captain Azhar Ali congratulated star Javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem for qualifying for the final of the Paris Olympics Men’s Javelin Throw.

Nadeem, who is the sole hope of Pakistan for a medal in the ongoing games, qualified in the final round of the Javelin throw earlier today with an 86.59-meter throw in his first attempt.

He eased past into the final round, finishing fourth, while India’s Neeraj Chopra topped the charts with a massive 89.34-meter throw.

Meanwhile, Azhar heaped praise on Arshad for delivering a brilliant performance that propelled him into the final round.

Showcasing his trust in Arshad’s skills and abilities, Azhar expressed his hope that the star athlete would bring the gold medal to the country.

“As you all know Arshad Nadeem has qualified for the Paris Olympics’ Javelin Throw Final. As per our expectations, he performed really well,” said Azhar.

“We hope and pray that he will perform even better in the finals and will win the gold medal for Pakistan,” he added.

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Azhar Ali then told Arshad Nadeem that he was proud of him regardless of the outcome in the final.

“Whatever happens in the final Arshad Nadeem, we are proud of you,” Azhar concluded.

Meanwhile, Arshad expressed his determination to make Pakistan “proud” at the ongoing Paris Olympics.

“I want to make Pakistan proud in the Olympic Games,” Nadeem told a local news channel.

“I hope Neeraj Chopra and I will make our respective countries proud. Neeraj Chopra is a good friend, and we will focus on the final round, he added.

“I am optimistic about delivering a good result in the final,” he maintained while thanking fans for the support.”

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