Arshad Nadeem Pledges to Keep Shining, Thanks Nation for Unwavering Support

News Desk
Islamabad: Pakistan’s gold medalist Arshad Nadeem, fresh from his triumphant return from the Paris Olympics, has expressed heartfelt gratitude to the nation, his family, and his fans for their unwavering support and love. He reiterated his commitment to working hard and making the country proud.
In an exclusive interview with a private news channel, Arshad acknowledged that his success has brought a sense of responsibility. “I feel a deep sense of responsibility to continue making Pakistan proud. I want to inspire the next generation of athletes to work hard and chase their dreams.”
Regarding his future plans, Arshad revealed that he is already setting his sights on the next Olympics. “I am focused on continuing my training and improving my performance. I want to win more medals for Pakistan and make my country proud again and again.”
Arshad set a new Olympic record of 92.97 meters to win the gold in men’s javelin throw at the Paris Olympics. India’s Neeraj Chopra won the silver, while Grenada’s Anderson Peters took the bronze.

“Neeraj and I are good friends, but when we stepped onto the javelin throw field, our friendship took a backseat,” Arshad said with a smile. “We were no longer just friends but rivals representing our respective countries. We both knew what was at stake—our countries’ respect and pride.”
“Our friendship remains strong, but when it comes to representing our countries, we give it our all,” he added.
Arshad also expressed his gratitude to the Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) for their unwavering support.

“I am not just thankful to WAPDA for providing me with a job and facilities but also for supporting other national heroes like me,” he said. “WAPDA has been a constant source of encouragement and support, allowing us to focus on our training and competitions without worrying about our livelihood. Their contribution to the development of sports in Pakistan is immense, and I am proud to be associated with them.”
His eyes lit up with gratitude as he spoke about his mother’s encouragement and family support. “My mother has been my biggest inspiration and strength,” he said, adding that she always encouraged him to pursue his passion for javelin throw, even during setbacks and injuries. “Her unwavering belief in me and my abilities kept me going, and I am forever grateful.”
Arshad also praised his family, saying, “My family has been my rock throughout my journey. They have made countless sacrifices to help me achieve my dreams, and I am thankful to each and every one of them.”
Basking in the glory of his historic gold medal win, Arshad urged the government to promote athletic talent and provide more facilities. “I am grateful for the support I received from the government and sports authorities, but more needs to be done to promote sports in Pakistan,” he said.
“We have immense talent in our country, but the lack of facilities and infrastructure hinders our progress. I request the government to invest in sports infrastructure, provide better training facilities, and support athletes financially so they can focus on their training without worrying about their livelihood.”
Arshad emphasized that with the right resources and support, Pakistan can produce more Olympic medalists and make the country proud globally.

He also suggested, “The government should establish sports academies, provide scholarships to young athletes, and organize international training camps to help us compete with the best in the world.