Arshad Nadeem, representing Pakistan, competed in the men's javelin throw final at the 2024 Summer Olympics on Thursday, August 8, 2024, in Saint-Denis, France.

He celebrated after winning the event, marking a historic achievement for Pakistan.

The event was widely watched by Pakistani people on TV screens in the Khanewal District of Punjab province.

Neeraj Chopra of India, who won the silver medal, also celebrated his achievement.

Anderson Peters of Grenada competed in the same event.

The rivalry between India and Pakistan, well-known in cricket, extended to the javelin throw as well.

Fans from both countries were present in abundance at the Stade de France.

Arshad Nadeem set a new Olympic record with a throw of 92.

97 meters, surpassing the previous record of 90.

57 meters set by Andreas Thorkildsen of Norway in 2008.

Neeraj Chopra took silver with a season-best throw of 89.

45 meters, and Anderson Peters secured the bronze with a throw of 88.

54 meters.

Nadeem expressed his joy and gratitude, attributing his success to God's will.

This victory marked Pakistan's first-ever gold medal in track and field.

Neeraj Chopra, who had become a superstar in India after winning the country's first-ever gold medal in track and field three years ago, congratulated Nadeem and his country.

Spectators draped in the flags of India and Pakistan filled the stadium, showcasing the growing interest in javelin throw in both countries.

Fans from various parts of the world traveled to Paris to support their athletes, highlighting the unifying power of sports.

Nadeem, who was Pakistan's flag bearer during the opening ceremony, had initially played age-group cricket at the state level before taking up throwing sports.

He expressed that not becoming a cricketer was the best thing that happened to him, as it led him to the Olympics.