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'My throw immediately after Arshad Nadeem's throw was ... ': Neeraj Chopra

NEW DELHI: Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra admitted that he was unable to perform at his absolute best during the Paris Olympics, where he secured the silver medal. Despite his best efforts, Chopra's throw of 89.45 meters was not enough to defend his title from the previous Olympics.

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Neeraj Chopra confirms he will play at the Lausanne Diamond League

India's legendary javelin-thrower Neeraj Chopra, who won a silver medal at the Paris Olympics, said that he was fully confident of upstaging Pakistan's eventual gold medallist Arshad Nadeem's giant throw in the final but his less-than-100% physical condition didn't allow that. However, he has confirmed that he will be competing…

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From a javelin made of bamboo stick to Olympic gold in Paris, Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem is living a dream

Arshad Nadeem's journey from a javelin made of a bamboo stick in a small village in Punjab, Pakistan, to becoming an Olympic champion in Paris is worth its weight in 'gold'.

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'5-6 acre zameen dete...': Pakistan's Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem hilariously 'trolls' father-in-law for gifting him a buffalo - Watch

NEW DELHI: As reported earlier this week, Pakistan's Olympic gold medalist Arshad Nadeem received a unique gift from his father-in-law, Muhammad Nawaz, in the form of a buffalo.

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'Neeraj Chopra vs Arshad Nadeem is bigger than India vs Australia': Former Pakistan cricketer on 'hype' around Border-Gavaskar Trophy

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali responded to Ravi Shastri's prediction that India will secure a hat-trick of Test series wins in Australia ahead of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Basit suggested that statements from Indian and Australian experts are attempts to create hype around the series but believes nothing…

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EXCLUSIVE | No rivalry between Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem, just a 'strong' friendship: Mother of Pakistan's Olympic gold medalist

NEW DELHI: Both Neeraj Chopra and Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem had foul throws in their opening attempts during the final. However, when Nadeem returned for his second throw, no one anticipated the record-breaking performance that would secure him the gold medal. Nadeem unleashed a spectacular 92.97 meters on his second attempt,…

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Arshad Nadeem rewarded with 10 million rupees and a car by Pakistan's Punjab govt

NEW DELHI: Arshad Nadeem, the Olympic javelin throw gold medalist, received a substantial reward from the Punjab government on Tuesday for his remarkable achievement at the recently concluded Paris Games. The government presented him with a cash prize of 10 million rupees and a new car in recognition of his…

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‘I cried with joy’: readers’ memorable moments from Paris Olympics

The 2024 Games have provided romantic moments, uplifting camaraderie and frayed tempers

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15 Of The Paris Olympics’ Most Viral And Heartwarming Moments

Relive the most memorable, awe-inspiring, hilarious, and emotional moments of the 2024 Paris Games. The post 15 Of The Paris Olympics’ Most Viral And Heartwarming Moments first appeared on Bored Panda.

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From Curry to Medina: Five best photos from the Paris Olympics 2024

After 18 days of competition and countless memories, the Paris Olympics are now behind us. Here are five top photos.

Al Jazeera

'Valuable and honourable': Why Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem received buffalo as gift from father-in-law

Pakistan's Olympic gold medalist Arshad Nadeem received a unique gift from his father-in-law, Muhammad Nawaz, in the form of a buffalo. This traditional and heartfelt gift celebrates Nadeem's incredible achievement in winning the javelin throw event at the Paris Olympics with a record-breaking throw of 92.97 meters.

The Times of India

'It's a dream of mine to...': Neeraj Chopra reveals what he wants to do after Paris Olympics silver medal

NEW DELHI: After winning a silver medal at the Olympics in Paris, star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra intended to compete in India sooner rather than later against other well-known worldwide names.

The Times of India

Six medals, no gold: How India's campaign panned out at the Paris Olympics

It won't be easy to judge India's campaign at the Paris Olympics. Can we term it a successful one or not? Purely speaking about the number of medals won, India failed to match the tally from the last edition in Tokyo. It won six medals in this edition, in comparison…

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'Sorry pichli baar ki tarah...': Humble Neeraj Chopra 'apologises' for his performance at Paris Olympics - Watch

NEW DELHI: He may be the first gold medalist for India in athletics and one of the best sportspersons the country has produced, but Neeraj Chopra remains humble and modest as ever.

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Watch: Arshad Nadeem receives a hero's welcome in Pakistan after historic Olympic gold in Paris

Pakistan's first individual Olympic gold medalist, Arshad Nadeem, was celebrated with great enthusiasm upon his return from the Paris Olympics. His historic victory in the javelin throw event, marked by a record-breaking throw of 92.97 meters, earned him a grand homecoming at the airport, greeted by hundreds of cheering fans.

The Times of India

After Arshad Nadeem's historic gold, institutions in Pakistan spring up to take credit

NEW DELHI: Javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem, amidst institutional shortcomings and administrative indifference, triumphed to win a historic Olympic gold medal in Paris.

The Times of India

Decoding Arshad Nadeem's monster throw at Paris Olympics

Neeraj Chopra was dethroned as the Olympic men's javelin throw champion by a monster 92.97m throw from Arshad Nadeem. The Pakistani also had another 90-plus throw (91.79m, his final throw) to his credit on the day.

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Neeraj Chopra vs Arshad Nadeem: Beautiful friendship and start of an elite South Asian sporting rivalry

PARIS: By hurling the spear so effortlessly past the 90m mark in the Olympic final here, Arshad Nadeem has actually thrown Neeraj Chopra the gauntlet he had been looking for, presenting him with the greatest challenge of his already illustrious career. For a change, as Neeraj chases Nadeem, this, like…

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The Guardian - UK

Pakistan celebrates Arshad Nadeem’s history-making Olympic gold

Javelin thrower who won Pakistan’s first ever medal in track and field has done ‘the impossible’, says brother

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Arshad Nadeem Wins Historic Olympic Gold In Javelin Throw

Arshad Nadeem wins gold in Men's Javelin Throw at 2024 Paris Olympics, setting new record. Neeraj Chopra claims silver, Anderson Peterson bronze.

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Paris Olympics: Wishes pour in, Madhavan, Vicky Kaushal congratulate Neeraj Chopra for clinching silver

Paris India is beaming with pride as Neeraj Chopra won a silver medal in the men's javelin final at the Paris Olympics. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Times of India

Pakistan's Olympic contingent of just seven athletes to return with a gold medal from Paris

World championship silver medallist Arshad Nadeem was always the most practical medal hope for Pakistan when the country's Olympic contingent of just seven athletes started their campaign in Paris.

The Times of India

Pakistan villagers rejoice as local hero Arshad Nadeem wins Olympic gold

NEW DELHI: Many locals gathered in front of Pakistani athlete Arshad Nadeem's humble residence late on Thursday to witness the massive javelin thrower compete in the Olympic Games final.

The Times of India

Watch: Arshad Nadeem breaks down after his historic Olympic gold for Pakistan in Paris

Arshad Nadeem did for Pakistan what no other athlete from the country had done ever before in individual events at the Olympics -- winning a gold medal. But the 27-year-old Nadeem not just defied one of the strongest fields in the 12-man javelin throw final at recent editions of the…

The Times of India

Watch: Happy for both Neeraj and Nadeem, he is also our child, says Chopra's mother

NEW DELHI: Saroj Devi, the mother of Neeraj Chopra, was overjoyed to hear that her son had won a silver medal. She also expressed joy for Arshad Nadeem of Pakistan, who defeated the Indian reigning champion in Paris by breaking the Olympic record, comparing him to her "child".

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