Pakistan Unveils 18-Member Squad for Paris Olympics

The Pakistan Olympic Association has revealed its 18-member squad set to compete at the 2024 Paris Olympics, showcasing a blend of athletes and officials geared up to represent the nation on the global stage.

Paris Olympics

The contingent includes 7 athletes and 11 officials, comprising coaching staff and medical personnel. At the opening ceremony, athletes Arshad Nadeem and Arfa Nabeel will proudly carry Pakistan’s national flag, symbolizing the country’s participation in the prestigious event.

Pakistan’s athletes will compete across various disciplines such as shooting and swimming, highlighting the nation’s athletic capabilities on an international platform.

Key Officials and Athletes

Chief de Mission: Muhammad Shafique
Deputy Chief de Mission: Javaid Lodhi
Administrative Official: Zeenat Shaukat

Coaching Staff

  • Athletics: Salman Iqbal Butt (assisted by Arshad Nadeem and Faiqa Riaz)
  • Shooting: Ghulam Mustafa Bashir and Kashmala Tariq
  • Swimming: Ahmed Durrani (supported by Ahmed Ali as team official)

Medical and Welfare Team

Chief Medical Officer: Meesaq Rizvi
Welfare Officer: Rizwan Ahmed

Kashif Jamil has been appointed as the Olympic attaché at the Pakistani Embassy in France, ensuring smooth coordination for the Pakistani delegation’s journey to Paris.

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