Arshad Nadeem’s Olympic Gold has been hailed as a national pride by Army Chief General Asim Munir. The athlete, who brought home Pakistan’s first gold medal in 40 years, was honored at a special ceremony at GHQ.
According to ISPR, General Asim Munir organized this event to celebrate Arshad Nadeem’s Olympic Gold achievement. Olympians from the 1984 games, national hockey and cricket teams, and other sports legends joined the celebration.
ISPR reported that the ceremony also included the street football team, the army polo team, the visually impaired cricket team, and the women’s goalball team. Commonwealth medalists, SAF Games participants, and hopefuls for the Paris 2024 Olympics and Asian Games were present too.
The Army Chief called Arshad Nadeem’s Olympic Gold a symbol of national pride. He praised the athlete’s determination and spirit, which led to this remarkable success. National sports legends like Jahangir Khan, Islahuddin, Shahbaz Sr., Sohail Abbas, Muhammad Asif, and Aisam-ul-Haq also attended the event.
Arshad Nadeem’s close relatives, coaches, and colleagues were there to share the proud moment. General Asim Munir commended Arshad Nadeem for his record-breaking Olympic performance, emphasizing how this gold medal stands as a source of pride for the entire nation.
On this occasion, General Asim Munir highlighted the importance of Arshad Nadeem’s Olympic Gold. He noted that it was won through sheer determination, perseverance, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. The Army Chief also pledged full support for all athletes, underlining his commitment to empower them.
General Asim Munir expressed his commitment to supporting the youth of Pakistan in achieving prosperity. He stressed that hard work and determination are crucial for success. Arshad Nadeem, in his speech, thanked General Asim Munir and emphasized the significance of persistence in overcoming challenges and reaching one’s goals.
