Arshad Nadeem set to face Neeraj Chopra in World Athletics Championship today
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(Web Desk): Pakistan’s star javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem is set to go head-to-head with India’s Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra today in the qualification round of the World Athletics Championship.

The competition kicks off at 4:45 pm Pakistan time and will feature some of the world’s best javelin throwers. The highly anticipated face-off between Nadeem and Chopra has generated massive excitement among fans on both sides of the border, with their rivalry adding extra intensity to the event.

Germany’s leading thrower, Julian Weber, will also be in action, making the contest even more competitive.

Ahead of the big day, Arshad Nadeem urged his fans to remember him in their prayers. Pakistani supporters have rallied behind their champion, sending waves of encouragement as he prepares to deliver another strong performance.

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The final of the javelin throw event is scheduled for September 18, with today’s qualification round deciding who makes it to the ultimate stage.

This marks the first direct contest between Arshad Nadeem and Neeraj Chopra since diplomatic tensions between Pakistan and India flared in May. Over the years, their sporting rivalry has evolved into a spectacle that extends beyond athletics, making each encounter a must-watch for millions.