Pakistan’s Olympic gold medallist Arshad Nadeem has formally declined Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra’s invitation to participate in the Bengaluru Classic Throwing Championship scheduled for 24 May.
According to sources, Nadeem conveyed his gratitude to Chopra in a response letter, acknowledging the invitation but stating that he would not be able to attend due to a tightly packed schedule.
“The year’s training and events have already been finalised, leaving no room for additional engagements,” Nadeem reportedly told Chopra, extending best wishes for the success of the Bengaluru event.
Neeraj Chopra had personally invited Nadeem to compete in the upcoming javelin competition named after him. The event is set to take place on May 24 in Bengaluru, India.
However, Arshad Nadeem is set to represent Pakistan at the Asian Athletics Championship in South Korea, which begins on 27 May. He is expected to depart in the third week of May to acclimatise ahead of the continental event.
It should be noted here that both athletes have previously shared the podium and mutual respect, having competed against each other at major global competitions including the World Athletics Championships.
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