Pakistan’s star javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem was dominated out of the Asian Video games because of a knee damage, POA officers confirmed on Tuesday.
In keeping with the assertion launched by POA, Arshad complained of ache in his knees after the primary session in Hangzhou.
“After arrival at Hangzhou on the first coaching session on 27th September 2023, Mr. Arshad Nadeem revealed and complained to Dr. Asad Abbas, who was accompanying him on the journey, that he has been grappling with persistent ache for a number of months, a priority that has develop into significantly urgent within the aftermath of the World Athletics Championship,” the assertion highlighted.
“On 2nd October, he once more complained of ache in the correct knee and expressed a need to endure an analysis to find out the impression on his means to take part within the Javelin Throw occasion. The chief medical officer of the Pakistan Contingent really useful a complete check-up.”
The assertion additional stated that the Javelin thrower, after consulting the medical personnel, determined to not take part within the Asian Video games with a view to forestall any untoward scenario that will hinder his coaching program and participation within the Paris 2024 Olympic Video games.