A new chapter in the rivalry between Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem is unfolding, drawing significant attention in athletics. Nadeem recently expressed his commitment to excelling at the upcoming World Athletics Championships in Tokyo this September. He plans to train in England for a month to escape the intense Lahore heat. This rivalry intensified after Nadeem’s impressive throw last year, which prevented Chopra from defending his Olympic title. Fans eagerly await their clash and speculate about future competitions, including a potential matchup in 2025. Speaking to reporters on Monday during the World Olympic Day celebrations in Lahore, Nadeem made it clear that his immediate focus is on delivering a stellar performance at the World Athletics Championships, scheduled for this September in Tokyo. The reigning Olympic champion admitted that the heat in Lahore is pushing him to seek cooler training grounds, and he plans to spend a month in England to fine-tune his preparations. 鈥淢y focus is on the World Athletics Championships, and I am working hard for that,鈥 said Nadeem. 鈥淚 am happy to participate in the Olympic Day celebration. Olympic Day brings awareness about sports,鈥 Nadeem continued. 鈥淚t is a matter of pride for athletes to celebrate this day and I am proud that I am celebrating it as an Olympic gold medallist for the first time. 鈥淢y message to the youngsters is to stay focused. I came from a small place and won a gold medal. So, if they work hard, they too can win medals. Nadeem鈥檚 rise to the top has not only captured the attention of fans in Pakistan but also set the stage for an intense rivalry with India鈥檚 Neeraj Chopra. Last year, Nadeem鈥檚 record-breaking throw in Paris denied Chopra the chance to defend his Olympic gold, marking a new chapter in the storied India-Pakistan sporting rivalry. With both athletes expected to compete at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo this September, anticipation is building for another thrilling showdown.