'I worked tirelessly while staying in Pakistan': Nadeem blames cold for CWG poor show
Pakistan’s Olympic javelin champion Arshad Nadeem blamed Glasgow’s cold weather for his ninth-place Commonwealth Games finish, saying it stiffened his body and affected his run-up. Despite the setback, he urged fans not to lose faith and promised a strong comeback. Nadeem’s next challenge is the Lausanne Diamond League on August 21, where he will face Neeraj Chopra.
Arshad Nadeem, Pakistan's Olympic javelin champion, has attributed his ninth-place finish at the Commonwealth Games to the cold Glasgow weather. The defending champion failed to advance to the final three rounds, stating that the low temperatures stiffened his body, which affected his usual smooth run-up. Nadeem's first throw was a foul, while his second and third attempts were 77.41 metres and 75.39 metres respectively, placing him outside the top eight.
Despite his disappointment, Nadeem remains committed to making a strong comeback and urged supporters to continue backing him, expressing his gratitude for the opportunities he has been given. He also addressed criticism on social media, emphasizing his pride in being Pakistan's son. Nadeem's next competition will be the Lausanne Diamond League in Switzerland on August 21, where he will face a strong field.
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