Pakistan's star javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem has received recognition from across the border after his remarkable gold medal win at the 2024 Paris Olympics. 

 

In a rare gesture, an Indian official Instagram page acknowledged his outstanding performance and featured his journey as a source of inspiration for young people. 

 

The Indian platform not only praised Arshad's Olympic triumph but also highlighted his video as motivational content, calling his story a powerful example of resilience and dedication. 

 

The video shows the Pakistani athlete's performance in the javelin throw event at the Tokyo Olympics, held in 2021, where he qualified for the final but missed out on winning a medal for the country.

 

At that time, India's Neeraj Chopra took the gold with a throw of 87.58 metres — marking a historic moment as India's first-ever Olympic gold in athletics.

 

In the Instagram post, Nadeem is seen heartbroken after his disappointment in Tokyo. The video then shifts to the unforgettable scenes from the Paris 2024 Olympics, capturing the emotional moment when Arshad, visibly moved, raises his arms in celebration after winning gold with a massive throw of 92.97 metres — setting a new Olympic record.

 

Arshad, who hails from Mian Channu in Punjab, made history by becoming the first Pakistani javelin thrower to achieve consistent international success. His gold medal win at the 2022 Commonwealth Games and a silver at the 2023 World Athletics Championship already cemented his status as a national hero.

 

However, it was his gold medal at the Paris Olympics that truly elevated his legacy. After missing out on a medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, Arshad staged a remarkable comeback, defying all odds to bring glory to Pakistan.