LAHORE: Despite finishing fifth in the Olympic javelin rankings, Arshad Nadeem has captured the hearts of Pakistanis nationwide. Arshad Nadeem has received overwhelming support from fans and celebrities alike. Pakistan’s cricket team’s white-ball captain, Babar Azam, joined the line of well-wishers with a heartfelt video message, expressing his hopes for Nadeem to end the country’s 62-year Olympic medal drought.
“I wish him good luck. I request everyone to support and pray he wins the final. Chak De Phatte Arshad Nadeem,” Babar stated.
Actress Ushna Shah and singer Ali Zafar also voiced their support for Arshad Nadeem. Shah shared an Instagram story saying, “Let’s go Arshad Nadeem!” while Ali Zafar expressed hope and called for more sponsorships for athletes. YouTuber Shahveer Jafry’s wife, Ayesha Shahveer, also shared an Instagram story in support of Nadeem.
Nadeem, who won a silver medal at the World Athletics Championship in 2023 and gold in the 2022 Commonwealth Games with a record 90.18-meter throw, will compete in the final at 11:25 pm (Pakistan Standard Time) on today, August 8.
