Arshad Nadeem of Pakistan proved to be the barrier between the gold medal and Neeraj Chopra in the men's javelin throw event at the Paris Olympics 2024. Nadeem set an Olympic record with a throw of 92.97 metres, winning a gold medal for Pakistan. This was Pakistan's first Olympic medal in 32 years. Neeraj won the silver medal with a throw of 89.45 metres. Neeraj's silver was India's fifth overall medal at the Paris Olympics 2024, keeping them in 64th place in the medal standings. However, Pakistan is in 53rd place, ahead of India, with one gold medal.  COVID-Hit Noah Lyles Misses Out on Double Gold Medal at Paris Olympics 2024, USA Team Cross 100-Medal Mark.

Why is Pakistan over India in the Medals Tally at the Paris Olympics 2024?

The number of gold medals won by a country determines its overall Olympic medal total. A gold medal weighs more than a silver or bronze medal. If two nations have the same number of gold medals, the one with the most silver medals is ranked higher. If there is a tie for gold and silver, the bronze medal count determines the winner. In this situation, India has more medals than Pakistan, but none of them are gold. This implies that Pakistan's latest gold medal, won by javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem, helped them rise above India in the rankings. Neeraj Chopra Wins Silver Medal at Paris Olympics 2024: Munawar Faruqui, Elvish Yadav, Randeep Hooda & Others Extend Congratulatory Messages.

India still are in contention to win gold medals in golf and 4x400 m relay events. However, it is very unlikely that they will finish on top and win a medal. However, the Indian men's and women's relay teams performed well to qualify for the Olympics and have the capability to win a gold medal for India.

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