‘I let you down’: Arshad Nadeem’s heartfelt message to fans

By Muhammad MubashirPublished On 19 Sep 2025

Pakistani javelin star Arshad Nadeem has shared an emotional message with fans after missing out on a top slot at men’s javelin final of the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.

In a heartfelt note posted on X (formerly Twitter), Nadeem expressed deep gratitude for the nation’s unwavering support, even as he admitted falling short of expectations. “Dear Pakistanis, I want to thank each and every one of you for your unwavering support and love throughout the World Athletics Championships. Although I couldn't achieve the result I had hoped for in the final, I am proud to have represented our nation on the biggest stage.”

“Your prayers, messages, and encouragement mean the world to me. I know I let you all down, but I promise to come back stronger and work even harder to make you proud,” he added, thanking fans for their support and encouragement with a promise to come back stronger.

Talking about his injury, he said he had been dealing with an injury since July 4, which had affected his preparation and fitness level.

“Despite this challenge, I gave it my all, and I appreciate the experience,” he said in reference to the calf surgery he underwent in the UK to address the recurring injury.

Pakistan’s medal hopes were dashed on Thursday when Nadeem failed to make it into the top eight after four attempts. His best throw of 82.75 metres wasn’t enough to secure a place in the final rounds.

Keshorn Walcott of Trinidad and Tobago claimed the gold with a throw of 88.16 metres – his first major title since winning Olympics gold in 2012. Grenada’s Anderson Peters secured silver with 87.38 metres while the United States’ (US) Curtis Thompson won bronze with 86.67 metres — the country’s first men’s javelin medal in nearly two decades.