Arshad Nadeem Makes History: Gold at 2025 Asian Athletics Championships
Arshad Nadeem celebrates his historic gold medal in Gumi, South Korea (Image: PTV Sports)
Pakistan's javelin superstar Arshad Nadeem has cemented his legacy as Asia's finest athlete by winning gold at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships with a spectacular throw of 86.40 meters. This historic victory ends Pakistan's 50-year gold drought at the championship and adds another glorious chapter to Nadeem's remarkable career.
Historic Victory at Asian Athletics Championships
The 2025 Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi, South Korea witnessed one of the most memorable moments in Pakistan's sports history when Arshad Nadeem, the Olympic champion and record holder, secured the gold medal in men's javelin throw with a magnificent 86.40-meter effort on his final attempt.
The Road to Gold
Nadeem's journey to the podium wasn't without drama:
- 1st Attempt: 75.64m (Conservative start)
- 2nd Attempt: 76.80m (Building momentum)
- 3rd Attempt: 85.57m (Takes the lead!)
- Final Attempt: 86.40m (Gold-clinching throw)
He narrowly missed the championship record of 86.72m set in 2019, leaving fans wondering what he might achieve with more rest between events.
Final Standings: Men's Javelin Throw
| Position | Athlete | Country | Best Throw |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 1st | Arshad Nadeem | Pakistan | 86.40m |
| 🥈 2nd | Sachin Yadav | India | 85.16m (PB) |
| 🥉 3rd | Yuta Sakiyama | Japan | 83.75m (PB) |
| 4th | Rumesh Tharanga | Sri Lanka | 83.27m |
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