ISLAMABAD, Saturday, May 31, 2025 : President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday extended heartfelt congratulations to Pakistan\u2019s star javelin thrower, Arshad Nadeem, for securing a gold medal at the Asian Athletics Championships 2025 in Gumi, South Korea.<\/p>\n
In their separate messages, issued by the President’s Press Wing and the Prime Minister\u2019s Media Office, the country\u2019s top leadership hailed Nadeem\u2019s \u201csuperb performance\u201d and described his victory as a proud moment for the entire nation.<\/p>\n
President Zardari praised Nadeem for once again bringing international acclaim to Pakistan, highlighting his consistent excellence in javelin throw competitions. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that Nadeem’s hard work, passion, and success serve as an inspiration for young athletes across the country.<\/p>\n
\u201cArshad Nadeem continues to raise the Pakistani flag high through his dedication and outstanding achievements,\u201d the prime minister stated, adding that his perseverance is a guiding light for future generations of sportsmen.<\/p>\n
Arshad Nadeem secured his maiden Asian Championships title with a best throw of 86.40 meters, marking a significant milestone in his athletic career.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Federal Minister for Communications and President of Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party, Abdul Aleem Khan, also congratulated Nadeem on his remarkable achievement. In a message shared on X (formerly Twitter), he lauded the athlete\u2019s performance, calling him a \u201ctrue son of a resilient nation.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cAlhamdulillah, hats off to Arshad Nadeem. He has made every Pakistani proud once again,\u201d Khan wrote. He noted that defeating an Indian competitor in the final added further pride to the victory and symbolized Pakistan\u2019s strength on the regional athletic stage.<\/p>\n
\u201cChampions like Arshad are built on a foundation of unwavering determination, skill, and commitment. The entire nation stands behind our young athletes,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
Nadeem\u2019s triumph not only adds to Pakistan\u2019s growing presence in international athletics but also renews hopes for further success in the upcoming global competitions, including the Paris 2024 Olympics.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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