LIVE: Arshad Nadeem sets new Olympic record with 92.97m throw in javelin final

Arshad Nadeem has set a new Olympic Record (OR) with a remarkable throw of 92.97 metres. Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem along with India's...

Arshad Nadeem has set a new Olympic Record (OR) with a remarkable throw of 92.97 metres. Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem along with India's Neeraj Chopra, Cezch Jakub Vadlejch, Grenad's Anderson Peters, Kenyan Julius Yogo, Germany's Julian Weber, Trinidad and Tobago's Keshorn Walcott and Finland's Lassi Etelatalo have qualified as the final eight in the final round of the Men’s Javelin Throw at the Paris Olympics 2024. The event, which started at 11:25 pm Pakistan Standard Time (PST), is in progress, with Nadeem and other top athletes battling for medals. Live Update: Standings: Arshad Nadeem (Pakistan) - 92.97 metres (OR) Neeraj Chopra (India) - 89.45 metres (SB) Jakub Vadlejch (Czechia) - 88.50 metres Anderson Peters (Grenada) - 87.87 metres Julius Yego (Kenya) - 87.72 metres (SB) Julian Weber (Germany) - 87.33 metres Keshorn Walcott (Trinidad and Tobago) - 86.16 metres (SB) Lassi Etelatalo (Finland) - 84.58 metres Oliver Helander (Finland) - 82.68 metres Toni Keranen (Finland) - 80.92 metres Luiz Mauricio da Silva (Brazil) - 80.67 metres Andrian Mardare (Republic of Moldova) - 80.10 metres Attempts: Arshad Nadeem (Pakistan): X, 92.97, 88.72 Neeraj Chopra (India): X, 89.45, X Jakub Vadlejch (Czechia): 80.15, 84.52, 88.50 Anderson Peters (Grenada): 84.70, 87.87 Julius Yego (Kenya): 80.29, 87.72, X Julian Weber (Germany): X, 87.33, X Keshorn Walcott (Trinidad and Tobago): 86.16, X, 82.89 Lassi Etelatalo (Finland): 78.81, 77.60, 84.58 Oliver Helander (Finland): 81.24, 82.68, X Toni Keranen (Finland): 80.92, 75.33, 78.90 Luiz Mauricio da Silva (Brazil): 80.67, 78.67, X Andrian Mardare (Republic of Moldova): 79.14, 80.10, 77.77 Nadeem's first throw was termed a "No throw" as he fumbled the load-up and returned to the start mark. Arshad's third throw, though well short of his second attempt, was an impressive 88.72. The event, which began at 11:25 pm Pakistan Standard Time (PST), is being closely followed by fans across Pakistan, with Nadeem carrying the hopes of a nation longing for an Olympic medal. Nadeem secured his place in the final after an impressive first throw of 86.59 metres during the qualifying round at Stade de France earlier this week. His performance ensured automatic qualification, joining India’s Neeraj Chopra and Grenada’s Peter Anderson, who also qualified with outstanding throws. The excitement around Nadeem’s participation has been palpable, with Pakistan’s white-ball cricket captain, Babar Azam, among those publicly supporting him. In a heartfelt video message, Babar wished Nadeem the best of luck and urged the nation to rally behind him as he strives to end Pakistan’s 32-year Olympic medal drought. Read also: Arshad Nadeem qualifies for Javelin final at Paris Olympics Nadeem, who has overcome significant challenges this season, including a recent injury, has expressed his determination to deliver a strong performance in the final. “I am very hopeful that I will perform well in the final, Inshallah,” Nadeem said. The final round is ongoing, and Nadeem’s performance is being eagerly watched by millions in Pakistan and around the world. As the competition unfolds, the nation remains hopeful that Arshad Nadeem will make history by securing a long-awaited Olympic medal. Final Order Table: Order Bib NOC Name Personal Best Season Best World Ranking 1 552 Czechia Jakub Vadlech 90.88 88.65 1 2 793 Grenada Anderson Peters 93.07 88.63 6 3 1258 Trinidad and Tobago Keshorn Walcott 90.16 85.22 9 4 1113 Pakistan Arshad Nadeem 90.18 86.59   5 774 Germany Julian Weber 89.54 88.37 3 6 988 Kenya Julius Yego 92.72 85.97 15 7 626 Finland Lassi Etelatalo 86.44 84.67 16 8 809 India Neeraj Chopra 89.94 89.34 2 9 1028 Republic of Moldova Andrian Mardare 86.66 84.13 8 10 627 Finland Oliver Helander 89.83 85.75 4 11 422 Brazil Luiz Mauricio da Silva 85.91 85.91 21 12 628 Finland Toni Keranen 85.27 85.27 14

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