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Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem Claims First Olympic Gold in 40 Years

9Aug

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

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Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem Claims First Olympic Gold in 40 Years

Pakistani javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem made history at the Paris Olympics by winning the first individual Olympic gold medal for Pakistan in 40 years. His incredible achievement has brought immense joy and pride to the nation, ending a decades-long wait for Olympic success. After his victory, a visibly emotional Arshad shared his thoughts, stating, "Today was my day. I was in rhythm and knew I could throw even further." His confidence and determination were evident as he delivered a stellar performance in the men’s javelin final. Arshad expressed his deep gratitude to the Pakistan Olympic Association and his coach for their unwavering support throughout his journey. He acknowledged the immense pressure of being Pakistan's only hope for a medal after 32 years, yet he rose to the occ...

Indian Para Athlete Vinod Kumar banned for 2 years

2Jun

By Aqsa Azam2 Comments

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Indian Para Athlete Vinod Kumar banned for 2 years

Vinod Kumar the 41 years old para-athlete faces ban by the Olympics. The accusations are misrepresenting his skills and fraud. He might play again in August 2023. Tokyo Paralympics 2020 is just around the corner. Disable athletes from all over the world are training and struggling to get a medal for their countries. Meanwhile, a piece of sad news came from the Indian Athletic community. 41 years old para-athlete Vinod Kumar was found guilty of fraud and misrepresentation of skills. According to Olympics authorities, Vinod cannot play again until August 2023. Furthermore, Under the World Para Athletics classification rules and regulations. It is a disciplinary offense for an athlete to intentionally misrepresent their skills or abilities and/or the degree or nature of their impairm...

Sudan’s Mohammed Abdal Rasool becomes 2nd to leave Olympics 2021

29Jul

By Abdullah1 Comment

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Sudan’s Mohammed Abdal Rasool becomes 2nd to leave Olympics 2021

Judoka ‘Mohammed Abdal Rasool’ willingly didn’t showed up in his round of 32 bouts against Israel’s ‘Tohar Butbul’ TOKYO, JAPAN - On the 26th of July 2021, Judoka Mohamed Abdalrasool dropped out of Tokyo Olympics 2021 and became the second athlete to leave as a boycott against Israel. Mohammed Abdalrasool belonging to the 73kg division was scheduled in a round of 32 bouts against famous Israeli judoka ‘Tohar Butbul’. Mohammed despite weighing in earlier, didn’t show up for the fight. His absence made Israel’s Tohar Butbul advance into the next round without a fight. https://twitter.com/ROZANASH1/status/1419962107693604865 Authorities silence about Mohammed Abdalrasool dropping out Judoka Mohammed Abdalrasool’s dropout was clearly an indication of protest towards Israeli oppr...

Pakistan at 5th position in Olympics 2021 Weightlifting

26Jul

By Abdullah2 Comments

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Pakistan at 5th position in Olympics 2021 Weightlifting

Trained in a makeshift gym, Weightlifter ''Talha Talib'' becomes the only Weightlifter from Pakistan since 1976 to make a cut into Olympics Weightlifting category. TOKYO, JAPAN - On Sunday 25th of July, Pakistan’s 21-year-old, Talha Talib secured 5th position in the Weightlifting category of Olympics 2021. Talha’s selection into the Olympics was surely a proud moment for the nation. The 2021 Olympics was a debut for Talha. It was the first time in 40 years that a Weightlifter from Pakistan was chosen for the weight lifting category. Talha took part into the 67 kg Category and held the gold medal up until the last round where he sadly lost by a difference of just 2 points. In the snatch lift round Talha Talib managed to lift 150 kgs. Later during the clean and jerk round, Talha a...