Nigeria's D'Tigress made history at Paris 2024, becoming the only African team to qualify, beating top-ranked Australia and Canada, reaching the quarterfinals, and achieving the best Olympic finish for an African basketball team. Their remarkable performance marks a new era for African basketball.
Nigeria's women's basketball team, D'Tigress, has made history at the Paris 2024 Olympics with several groundbreaking achievements. They became the only African team to qualify for the tournament, showcasing their talent and determination on the global stage. In their first game, they stunned the basketball world by defeating the No. 3 ranked Australia. This victory set the tone for their impressive run, which continued with a win against the No. 5 ranked Canada, securing their place in the knockout stages.
D'Tigress then made history as the first African team to ever play in an Olympic quarterfinal, a remarkable feat that highlights the growth and potential of African basketball. Their journey didn't stop there, as they achieved the best-ever finish by an African team in Olympic basketball, surpassing all previous records set by both male and female teams.
