Arshad Nadeem Ends Pakistan’s 50-Year Gold Medal Drought at Asian Athletics.

By: TN Media News | Pakistan:
Arshad Nadeem made history on Saturday by winning gold in javelin throw at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships. His victory marks Pakistan’s first gold medal at the event since 1973.

A Historic Throw: Nadeem secured the top spot with a throw of 86.40 meters. He outperformed India’s Sachin Yadav (85.16m) and Japan’s Yuta Sakiyama (83.75m). The last time Pakistan won gold at the Asian Athletics was through Allah Dada (javelin) and Muhammad Younis (800m) in the Philippines.

Olympic Champion Continues to Shine: This win adds to Nadeem’s growing list of achievements.
He won Olympic gold at the 2024 Paris Games, with a record-breaking throw of 92.97 meters. That victory made him Pakistan’s first individual Olympic gold medalist.

National Pride and Recognition: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulated Nadeem on his success. They praised him as a national hero, applauding his role in elevating Pakistan’s status in international athletics. His continued success inspires young athletes and brings pride to the nation.