Chopra mother reconciles India-Pakistan, adopts Nadeem
Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra’s performance moved his mother Saroj Devi, who praised Arshad Nadeem in a goodwill gesture. After Nadeem’s record-breaking performance at the Paris Olympics 2024 Thursday night, his mother said, “Arshad bhi mera beta hai (Arshad is like a son to me).”
In a Geo News exclusive, the 27-year-old Pakistani javelin ace said: “My day. I could have thrown it farther.” The great athlete said he was “in the rhythm” and “hopeful” to win the gold medal with his javelin launch.Neeraj’s mother told ANI that silver medals are gold to them. We are thrilled. Silver equals gold to us. The gold winner resembles our son. We like his performance because he was injured. She promised to cook his favourite dish. In a thrilling final, Nadeem established an Olympic record with a throw of 92.97 metres and won a gold medal after 40 years. Neeraj won a silver medal with his season-best 89.45 metres despite a groyne injury.
Neeraj’s father Satish Kumar was proud of his son’s success despite an injury before the big event, sources said. Everyone has a day. Today was Pakistan’s day. Our silver medal is a source of pride. I think his groyne injury affected his performance “Satish said ANI. His father hopes Neeraj’s Paris triumph will inspire future generations. “He won silver for the nation. Our pride and joy. He will motivate every kids “Satish said reporters.
In 2021, the Indian javelin thrower won gold in Tokyo. Dharm Singh Chopra, Neeraj’s grandpa, remarked, “He has given his best performance and won silver, adding one more medal to the country.” After Neeraj’s win, chocolates and crackers were given out to celebrate India’s first Paris Olympics silver.
