Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:48am on 09 Aug 2024,Friday Sports
Neeraj Chopra's mother, Saroj Devi, won widespread admiration after expressing pride in Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem, who won gold in the Olympic men’s javelin final, surpassing her son’s silver-winning throw. Despite Neeraj’s close loss, Saroj Devi's heartfelt comment, “The one who got the gold is also my child,” showcased true sportsmanship and unity. Fans from India and Pakistan praised her warmth and humility, highlighting the bond between the two athletes. Nadeem’s 92.97m throw secured Pakistan’s first Olympic medal in athletics, while Neeraj’s 89.45m throw earned him the silver.
