At the Paris Olympics, Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra fell short in his attempt to defend his title, securing a silver medal with a throw of 89.45 meters, while Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem set a new Olympic record with an impressive 92.97 meters to win gold. Chopra admitted to feeling physically unprepared and acknowledged that despite his mental readiness, his legwork did not meet his usual standards, which hindered his performance. Nadeem's victory marked a historic moment for Pakistan, as he became the first athlete from the country to win gold in an individual Olympic event, despite managing an injury during the final. He credited his success to rigorous training and physical attributes. Following the competition, Chopra has traveled to Germany for treatment of his injury, delaying his return to India. Nadeem and Chopra, who share a friendship, both emphasized their mutual respect and competitive spirit throughout their careers.