Arshad Nadeem, Muhammad Yasir clinch medals in Islamic Solidarity Games javelin final

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan continued its golden run at the Islamic Solidarity Games as Arshad Nadeem claimed gold and Muhammad Yasir took silver in the javelin throw final.

Arshad Nadeem led the competition with an outstanding second throw of 83.05 meters, following strong efforts of 75.44m, 82.48m, and 77.06m. Muhammad Yasir impressed with consistent throws of 70.32m, 74.43m, 72.82m, 73.78m, and 71.79m, securing the silver medal.

Seven athletes competed in the final, but Pakistan’s duo remained ahead throughout, bringing pride to the nation and highlighting the country’s growing strength in athletics.

Arshad Nadeem’s medal victory in Riyadh comes at a pivotal point in his career, as recently he faced a tough setback at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Nadeem’s best throw in the final was 82.75 m, falling short of the top eight, After battling an injury since July.

Meanwhile, the champion expressed thanksgiving to his fans for their unwavering support and vowed to “come back stronger,” acknowledging the setback but promising to work even harder. His journey to the Worlds final was itself remarkable.

Although Tokyo didn’t yield a medal, Nadeem remains fully focused on recovery, committing to complete rehabilitation and rigorous training to return at peak form.

With the momentum from Riyadh’s double medal success and Nadeem’s pledge to bounce back, Pakistan’s javelin prospects look brighter than ever. His Olympic experiences combined with his determination, make him a formidable contender on the global stage.

The nation will be watching closely. If Nadeem’s resurgence matches his promise, more international triumphs are on the horizon, and with rising stars like Muhammad Yasir alongside him, Pakistan’s javelin legacy is only beginning.