Pakistani Squad Announced for Asian Athletics Championships 2025

Pakistan has revealed its team of five athletes for the Asian Athletics Championships 2025, taking place in Gumi, South Korea, from May 27-31.

The squad features Arshad Nadeem, Shajar Abbas, Mueed Baloch, Tameen Khan, and Yasir Sultan, who will represent the nation in this prestigious event.

Key Participants
  • Arshad Nadeem: As an Olympic and Commonwealth Games gold medalist, Nadeem will compete in the javelin throw.
  • Yasir Sultan: He will accompany Arshad in the javelin event.
  • Shajar Abbas: He will participate in the men’s 400m sprints.
  • Mueed Baloch: He will join Shajar in the 400m sprints.
  • Tameen Khan: The sole female athlete, she will compete in the women’s 100m sprint.
Javelin Throw

Arshad Nadeem’s participation marks his first major competition following his success at the Paris Olympics. Yasir Sultan will support Nadeem in the javelin event.

Sprints

Shajar Abbas, recognized as one of Pakistan’s fastest sprinters, aims to compete strongly in the men’s 400m. Mueed Baloch will enhance Pakistan’s presence in the sprinting events.

Women’s Sprint

Tameen Khan’s inclusion highlights the potential of female athletes in Pakistani athletics, with hopes for a strong showing in the 100m sprint.

The Pakistan Athletics Federation has voiced its confidence in the selected athletes, aiming for podium positions at the championships.

To date, Pakistan has won eight medals at the Asian Athletics Championships, including two gold, three silver, and three bronze. China currently holds the top position in the overall medal standings, with Japan following in second place.