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Javelin Showdown: When Arshad Nadeem Became Neeraj Chopra's Unlikely Foe!

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In an epic javelin rivalry at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Arshad Nadeem shatters records and Neeraj Chopra still makes headlines! Here's the juicy scoop!

The Paris 2024 Olympics have been nothing short of thrilling, especially in the men's javelin throw final, where India's golden boy, Neeraj Chopra, found himself in a duel for supremacy against Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem. In a nail-biting contest, Nadeem unleashed a record-breaking throw of 92.97 meters, dethroning Chopra and clinching the coveted gold medal. The roar of the crowd echoed as Nadeem broke Pakistan's 32-year medal drought at the Olympics, adding a historic chapter to his country's athletic legacy.

Neeraj, known for his majestic form and prowess, secured a silver medal with a commendable throw of 89.45 meters. Though he fell short of retaining his gold, he put up a solid fight against the rising star Nadeem. The electrifying atmosphere at the Stade de France could only be compared to high-stakes finals in cricket, with both nations holding their breath, fully aware that two age-old rivals were competing not just in sport, but for national pride.

As the memes, hashtags, and debates started flooding social media, the borders of cricket rivalry evaporated, replaced by the growing competition in athletics. Many fans could be seen discussing the performance of both athletes, while also noting how inspiring it was to see two nations sharing the international stage in this positive light. The javelin rivalry showcases the sport’s increasing popularity in South Asia, an area historically dominated by cricket.

In a twist of fate, this javelin showdown does not just mark a pivotal moment in sports history for both nations. It paints a broader picture of how athletics can bridge divides and unite fans. The camaraderie among supporters could warrant a reality show titled "Throw With Your Rival," where India and Pakistan could feature alongside other countries competing humorously in javelin challenges. Who wouldn't tune in to see two neighbors aiming for gold in jest, complete with silly throw practices and exaggerated celebrations!

Did you know? Arshad Nadeem's throw broke the 15-year-old Olympic record previously held by Norway's Andreas Thorkildsen, who threw 90.57 meters at the 2008 Beijing Olympics! Meanwhile, Neeraj Chopra, who won India's first Olympic gold in athletics, continues to be a national hero and an inspiration for young athletes across India and beyond.

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Arshad Nadeem's 92.97m dethrones Neeraj Chopra (The Hindu)

Paris Olympics: Neeraj Chopra signs off with silver, while Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem bosses the field with a new Olympics record of 92.97m.

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Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem beats Neeraj Chopra to win Olympic ... (Aljazeera.com)

Nadeem bags gold with an Olympic record-breaking throw of 92.97m to end Pakistan's 32-year medal drought at the Games.

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Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem beats India's Neeraj Chopra in Olympic ... (The Associated Press)

The rivalry in cricket has been well documented. Now India and Pakistan are competing against each other in the javelin throw at the Olympics too.

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Olympics 2024: Neeraj Chopra wins Silver medal, Pakistan's ... (Business Standard)

Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem created Olympic record with a monstrous throw of 92.97 metres and clinched the Gold medal.

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Neeraj Chopra Highlights, Javelin Throw Final, Paris 2024 Olympics ... (Sportstar)

Paris 2024 updates: Here's the score, highlights and coverage of the Olympics' men's javelin throw final on August 8.

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Paris Olympics 2024: Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem breaks Olympic ... (Business Today)

Nadeem's incredible feat surpassed the previous record set by Norway's Andreas Thorkildsen, who threw 90.57 meters at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

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Who is Neeraj Chopra up against in his bid to defend gold in javelin ... (Business Today)

Neeraj Chopra will compete in the highly anticipated final of the men's javelin throw at the Paris Olympics 2024 on August 8 at the Stade de France. The event ...

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Neeraj Chopra wins javelin Silver, Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem Gold ... (India Today)

Paris Olympics 2024: Neeraj Chopra won silver in the men's javelin final with a best effort of 89.45m. Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem won Gold with an Olympic ...

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'Bharat ke chore ne...': Piyush Goyal, Abhinav Bindra congratulate ... (Livemint)

Neeraj Chopra fell short of retaining his gold medal in the men's javelin throw at the Paris Olympics on Thursday, securing silver with a best throw of ...

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'Managed only one throw, rest I fouled': Neeraj Chopra unhappy with ... (Business Today)

Neeraj Chopra added that regular injuries ahead of the Paris Olympics 2024 also impacted his preparations.

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Neeraj Chopra on missing gold at Paris Olympics: 'I gave my best ... (The Hindu)

Neeraj Chopra reflects on silver medal win at Paris Olympics, vows to improve for future success.

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Paris Olympics 2024 LIVE Updates: Neeraj Chopra wins silver ... (Livemint)

Paris Olympics 2024 LIVE Updates: Neeraj Chopra fell short of retaining his gold medal in the men's javelin throw at the Paris Olympics on Thursday, ...

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Exclusive: It was Arshad's day, I've to accept it, says Neeraj Chopra ... (India Today)

Neeraj Chopra, while speaking exclusively to IndiaToday, hailed his good friend and Pakistan's star Arshad Khan after his gold medal win at Paris Olympics ...

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In India's Paris Dickensian Olympics, Neeraj Chopra's silver ... (The Indian Express)

Neeraj Chopra's Tokyo odyssey was no dream, but it's taken three years of the 26-year-old repeatedly delivering at two Worlds, an Asian Games for Indians to ...

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Arshad Nadeem 'like our son': Neeraj Chopra's mother praises Pak ... (Business Standard)

Neeraj Chopra, the gold medalist in the Tokyo Games, was dethroned by Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem in the Paris Olympics 2024 men's javelin throw final on ...

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Neeraj Chopra's mother reacts to his silver win, Pakistan's Arshad ... (Hindustan Times)

A video of Neeraj Chopra's mother, Saroj Devi, has gone viral and won people over. The video shows her comments on her son and Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem.

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Neeraj Chopra, the icy-cool champion: India's only bankable ... (The Indian Express)

When most other Indian athletes tend to experience stage fright when the world's eyes are on them, or when under the cosh, Neeraj revels in the spotlight.

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Neeraj Chopra after winning Paris Olympic silver: I can still better my ... (Sportstar)

Neeraj Chopra after winning his second consecutive medal in Olympic sets his sight for the future as he looks to regain his fitness.

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Jai-Veeru in an inspirational postcard (The Indian Express)

As elections approach in several important states, we can be sure that some form of divisiveness will rear its ugly head again.

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Have to take decision on surgery now: Neeraj Chopra on groin injury (Business Standard)

India javelin throw star Neeraj Chopra opened up about his injury woes after clinching a silver medal in the Olympics, revealing that he might have to ...

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Neeraj Chopra, Arshad Nadeem both like our own sons, declare ... (Olympics)

Neeraj Chopra's mother Saroj Devi praised Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem for his Paris 2024 gold medal. Nadeem's mom hailed India's Neeraj Chopra for his second ...

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Neeraj Chopra candid: Who is javelin star's role model and how he ... (India Today)

Paris Olympics 2024: Speaking to India Today from Paris, Neeraj Chopra spoke about the feeling of waking up as one of the most successful Indian Olympians.

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Neeraj Chopra likely to undergo surgery, coaching team set for ... (India Today)

Paris Olympics 2024: Neeraj Chopra is likely to undergo surgery to treat a long-standing groin injury. The two-time Olympic medalist's coaching team is also ...

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Neeraj Chopra's 'he deserved to win' comment for Arshad Nadeem ... (Livemint)

Moments after Arshad Nadeem won the gold medal in javelin throw, Neeraj shook his hands with Arshad with a smile and there was camaraderie seen between the ...

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Express View: Neeraj Chopra, soaring high (The Indian Express)

Chopra bagging medals in successive Olympics is a feat — and his best is yet to come.

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But for my recurring groin injury, I could've thrown 4m further: Neeraj ... (Times of India)

Paris Olympics 2024 News: Arshad Nadeem of Pakistan threw a remarkable 92.97 meters in the javelin final, challenging India's Neeraj Chopra, ...

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Lara Dutta, daughter pose with Neeraj Chopra after his silver win at ... (Hindustan Times)

Lara Dutta shared a photo in which she and husband, Mahesh Bhupathi, posed with Neeraj Chopra. Their daughter Saira was also seen with Neeraj. | Bollywood.

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Javelin podium selfie: Neeraj, Arshad and Anderson shine at Paris ... (India Today)

Paris Olympics 2024: Anderson Peters took up the responsibility of clicking the 'podium selfie' after the javelin medallists received their medals on Friday ...

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For Neeraj Chopra, silver at Paris Olympics is not enough (Times of India)

Paris Olympics 2024 News: Neeraj Chopra suffered his first defeat to Nadeem Arshad in their long-standing rivalry during the javelin final event in Paris.

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Olympics: Neeraj Chopra reacts to mother's viral Arshad 'our child ... (India Today)

Paris Olympics 2024: Speaking to India Today in Paris, Neeraj Chopra responded to his mother's heartwarming comments about Arshad Nadeem after the Pakistan ...

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Neeraj Chopra reacts to mother's remarks on calling Arshad 'his son ... (WION)

Neeraj Chopra, India's silver medallist in Javelin Throw at the Paris Olympics 2024, reacted to his mother's remarks (on the gold medal winner Arshad Nadeem ...

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