5 of 7 Pakistani Athletes Eliminated from Paris Olympics
Pakistan’s chances at the Paris Olympics are diminishing as two more athletes have been eliminated.
Sprinter Faiqa Riaz finished sixth in her 100-meter heat with a time of 12.49 seconds, missing out on the finals. Kasmala Talat, in the 25-meter air pistol event, placed 22nd out of 40 shooters and did not advance to the finals.
With these eliminations, only two Pakistani athletes remain in the competition: shooter Ghulam Bashir and javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem. Earlier, two swimmers and shooter Gulfam Joseph were also eliminated, reducing Pakistan’s medal hopes.
The team has faced tough competition and challenges, with many athletes struggling to advance past the preliminary rounds. Despite their hard work, Faiqa Riaz and Kasmala Talat couldn’t make it to the finals.
Now, attention turns to Ghulam Bashir and Arshad Nadeem, who are the remaining hopes for Pakistan. Their performance will be closely followed as the nation hopes for a turnaround in the country’s fortunes.
The overall performance reflects the difficulties faced by Pakistani athletes, including limited resources and training facilities. Despite these challenges, the athletes have shown resilience and determination. The country remains hopeful for a strong finish from Ghulam Bashir and Arshad Nadeem, with fans eagerly waiting to see if they can secure medals and make Pakistan proud.
