Pakistan’s javelin sensation, Arshad Nadeem, has once again proven why he’s in a league of his own. The Olympic champion clinched the gold medal in the javelin Asian Athletics Championships 2025 with a breathtaking throw of 86.40 meters in the Asian Athletics Championship javelin throw final held in Gumi, South Korea, on Wednesday.
Returning to international competition for the first time since his historic gold at the Paris Olympics in 2024, all eyes were on Nadeem — and he didn’t disappoint. His powerful final throw not only earned him the top spot on the podium but also surpassed his earlier best of 85.57m set earlier in the same event.
Asian Athletics Championship Javelin Final: A Performance to Remember
Arshad’s journey through the Asian Athletics Championship javelin final was a showcase of consistency and rising intensity. He began with decent throws of 75.64m and 76.80m, gradually building momentum with each attempt. But it was on his sixth and final throw that he truly stole the spotlight — launching the javelin to a sensational 86.40m while ‘Dil Dil Pakistan’ echoed in the background.
This mark not only sealed his victory but also reaffirmed his status among the javelin Asian Athletics Championships winners.
Even before the final, Nadeem was in the headlines. During the qualification round just a day earlier, he stunned spectators with an 86.34m throw — achieved on his first and only attempt. It was a clear message to competitors: the Olympic champion was back and aiming high.
Official Reactions on Nadeem’s Win
The sporting community in Pakistan erupted with joy after Nadeem’s gold-medal performance. Chairman South Asian Athletics Association, Major General (R) Muhammad Akram Sahi, personally congratulated Arshad, calling it a monumental moment for Pakistani athletics.
Brigadier (R) Wajahat Hussain Sahi, President of the Athletics Federation of Pakistan, shared his heartfelt congratulations with the entire nation, describing it as “a moment of immense pride for every Pakistani.”
Federation Secretary Colonel (R) Shah Jehan also praised Nadeem’s unwavering commitment and hard work, noting that this victory is a reflection of years of dedication and discipline.
Javelin Asian Athletics Championships: Pakistan’s Glory
With this incredible win, Arshad Nadeem has once again placed Pakistan on the map of world athletics. His performance in the Asian Athletics Championship javelin throw final was not just a medal-winning effort—it was a bold reminder that Pakistani athletes can compete and win at the highest levels.
For fans and future javelin hopefuls, this victory is more than a record; it’s a source of inspiration.
