Pakistan’s javelin star, Arshad Nadeem made history on Wednesday by setting a new Olympic record and clinching the first individual gold medal for Pakistan in 40 years. Competing in Paris, the 27-year-old from Mian Channu secured his place in history with a remarkable 92.97-meter throw, surpassing the previous Olympic record held by Norway’s Andreas Thorkildsen since the 2008 Beijing Games.
His achievement has been celebrated across the nation and beyond, with celebrities and sports figures worldwide taking to social media to express their admiration and pride. The hashtag #ArshadNadeem continues to trend as fans and well-wishers share their excitement.
Here are just a few celebrities who celebrated the history Olympic win of Arshad Nadeem.
Sri Lankan cricket legend Lasith Malinga was among the first to congratulate Arshad Nadeem, praising both him and his Indian rival Neeraj Chopra. Malinga tweeted, “A huge applause to Arshad Nadeem and Neeraj Chopra for bringing gold and silver medals in the men’s Javelin throw at the 2024 Olympics to South Asia.”
A huge applause to Arshad Nadeem🇵🇰 and Neeraj Chopra🇮🇳 for bringing gold🥇and silver🥈 medals in the men’s Javelin throw at the 2024 Olympics to South Asia.👏
Your incredible achievements make the entire region proud!💪#ArashadNadeem #NeerajChopra #Olympics2024— Lasith Malinga (@malinga_ninety9) August 8, 2024
Indian cricket journalist Harsha Bhogle also lauded Nadeem’s performance, writing, “Two monster throws from Arshad Nadeem. Deserving gold.”
Two monster throws from Arshad Nadeem. Deserving gold.
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) August 8, 2024
Pakistan’s “Sultan of Swing” Wasim Akram expressed his joy and admiration, tweeting,
Incredible achievement #ArshadNadeem you’ve broken the drought & made Pakistan proud. 92.97m will be etched in history forever Congratulations on this monumental feat.
– Incredible achievement #ArshadNadeem you've broken the drought & made Pakistan proud 🇵🇰 🪙 92.97m will be etched in history forever 🔥
Congratulations on this monumental feat 👏🏼 #IamGAME #ArshadNadeem #PakistanAtOlympics pic.twitter.com/pVKG4Eap4E— Wasim Akram (@wasimakramlive) August 8, 2024
What a beautiful coincidence your birthday brings gold medal for Pakistan @DrFaryalWaqar And I’m lost for words for this Champion ♥️ #ArshadNadeem “Simply the Best”#PakistanZindabad🇵🇰 #Olympic2024 #Gold pic.twitter.com/5u3cSvzpAs
— Waqar Younis (@waqyounis99) August 8, 2024
British-Pakistani boxer and former European super-lightweight champion Adam Azim praised Nadeem, saying, “Take a bow – Believe it, Nadeem. You just became Pakistan’s first-ever athletics Olympic champion.”
Former Indian fast bowler Munaf Patel congratulated Nadeem, tweeting, “Mubarak ho #ArshadNadeem for #Gold you created history.”
Mubarak ho #ArshadNadeem for #Gold you created history#JavelinThrow #Olympics pic.twitter.com/NBTpQDBXyK
— Munaf Patel (@munafpa99881129) August 8, 2024
Another former Indian cricketer, Mohammad Kaif, highlighted the unifying power of sports, writing, “Such a proud moment for India and Pakistan. Sports unites us all.”
Pakistani wicketkeeper-batsman Mohammad Rizwan not only praised Nadeem but also changed his profile picture to one of Nadeem. He wrote, “Gold from an exceptional athlete. Couldn’t be prouder of you, my brother. You deserve all the applause. Keep shining and rocking the international stage.”
https://.twitter.com/iMRizwanPak/status/1821640112196800640
92.97= GOLD
This is perhaps the biggest individual achievement by a Pakistani athlete. The entire nation is proud of #ArshadNadeem. Thank you for representing our country the way u have, thank u for bringing hope. Champion of champions. #Paris2024 #PakistanZindabad pic.twitter.com/03gf662sb0
— Shadab Khan (@76Shadabkhan) August 8, 2024
Fiery fast bowler Haris Rauf tweeted, “Congratulations for setting a new world record and achieving a well-deserved win! Continue to bring pride to Pakistan! May you always be victorious #ArshadNadeem! Proud of you!”
Congratulations for setting a new world record and achieving a well-deserved win! Continue to bring pride to Pakistan! May you always be victorious #ArshadNadeem ! Proud of you! 🇵🇰🇵🇰 pic.twitter.com/7nGirshNRQ
— Haris Rauf (@HarisRauf14) August 8, 2024
Celebrity couple Hira and Mani shared their excitement, with Mani stating, “Pakistanis should start respecting sports and sportsmen,” while saluting Arshad’s incredible performance.
Popular host and actor Fahad Mustafa also joined in, congratulating Arshad and the nation, exclaiming, “Arshad Nadeem, God bless you. Pakistan Zindabad!”
Singer Faakhir Mehmood expressed his joy, saying, “Arshad has made my heart happy. We are so proud of you. Pakistan Zindabad.”
Actress Ushna Shah was visibly moved, sharing her emotions with her followers, and even joked about replacing Michael Jordan with Arshad Nadeem as her inspiration.
Anyone else getting literal goosebumps & teary eyed watching Arshad Nadeem? This is so so so amazing yaar!!! Needed this jolt of happiness. Thank you champ! 🥇
— Ushna Shah (@ushnashah) August 8, 2024
On Instagram, Mahira Khan praised the athlete, writing, “What a throw! Breaking records, yes sir.”
Sajal Aly celebrated the momentous achievement, noting, “Gold medal in Olympics after 32 years in Pakistan. History made.”
Comedian Ahmad Ali Butt went a step further, calling for Arshad to be rewarded with “a brand new house, brand deals, sports academy, and more,” even teasing the possibility of a biopic, hinting at actor Humayun Saeed taking the lead role.
Congratulations #ArshadNadeem! It's indeed your passion & hard work that's made this possible. We are all so incredibly proud of you for not just brining home gold but for breaking records. Maza aa gaya! Pakistan Zindabad 🇵🇰 pic.twitter.com/XxMiV5Vmbn
— Humayun Saeed (@iamhumayunsaeed) August 8, 2024
With nothing but pure determination!
Arshad Nadeem deserves a massive reception, he deserves sponsors, he deserves honor and freedom from the federation's snakes.#Olympics #ArshadNadeem #ParisOlympics pic.twitter.com/hNZ7KtRyNF— Samar Khan (@SKhanAthlete) August 8, 2024
Massive congratulations to @ArshadOlympian1 on scripting history 🚀
That’s our first Olympic medal in 32 years, Arshad Nadeem you’re a hero ❤️#PakistanZindabad #ArshadNadeem #IamGAME pic.twitter.com/rxHAoDXSJW— Shoaib Malik 🇵🇰 (@realshoaibmalik) August 8, 2024
The word “Champion” echoed across social media as countless other actors and celebrities praised Arshad Nadeem for his historic win. His victory has not only brought immense pride to Pakistan but has also highlighted the potential of Pakistani athletes on the global stage.
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