The power of maternal love knows no bounds. It is a force capable of bridging divides and fostering unity. The recent javelin event at Paris Olympics showcased a remarkable example of this as the mothers of rival athletes, Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem, demonstrated a profound bond that transcended the intense rivalry between India and Pakistan. Arshad Nadeem's mother celebrated her son's historic gold medal victory with immense pride. However, her joy extended beyond her own son's triumph. She expressed deep affection for Neeraj Chopra, considering him like her own child. Neeraj's mother, Saroj, reciprocated these sentiments, highlighting the strong friendship between the two athletes.
This heartwarming display of maternal love serves as a powerful reminder of the human connection that unites us all, even in the face of competition.
"He (Neeraj) is also like my son. He is Nadeem's friend and also his brother. Wins and losses are part of the sport. May god bless him, may he win medals. They are like brothers, I've prayed for Neeraj too," Arshad's mother said in an interview with a Pakistani news channel.
Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem share a strong bond of friendship off the field, despite their intense rivalry on the track. Their camaraderie is evident, with Neeraj having extended support to Nadeem on multiple occasions.
"I am thankful to entire Pakistan for the support they lent to Nadeem, the prayers they offered for my son," Arshad's mother added.
The deep-rooted friendship between Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem has captured the hearts of fans worldwide. Their mutual respect and admiration for each other are evident, and their mothers have further endeared themselves to the public with their selfless and heartwarming comments.
Arshad's mother's comment came after Neeraj Chopra's mother Saroj Devi's comment on her son's Pakistani counterpart. Saroj said that Nadeem is a also like her child and she is satisfied with her son's silver medal.
"We are happy with the silver. The one who got the gold (Arshad Nadeem) is also my child," Neeraj Chopra's mother Saroj Devi said.
Arshad Nadeem stunned the world by defeating defending champion Neeraj Chopra to claim the gold medal in the men's javelin throw at the Paris Olympics. Nadeem's record-breaking throw of 92.97 on August 8th secured Pakistan's first-ever track and field Olympic gold. Despite the loss, Neeraj Chopra achieved a historic feat by winning his second consecutive Olympic medal with a silver-winning throw of 89.4m.
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