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Novak Djokovic wins his first Olympic gold, defeating Carlos Alcaraz at Paris 2024. This victory completes his career 'Golden Slam,' making him the fifth player to achieve this feat. The emotional win was marked by a thrilling match and a significant personal achievement for the Serbian tennis...
Nigerian women’s basketball team, D'Tigress, made history by reaching the quarterfinals of the Paris 2024 Olympics with a 79-70 win over Canada. This is their first-ever quarterfinal appearance, marking a significant milestone for Nigerian basketball. The Nigerian women's basketball team...
Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili has advanced to the semifinals of the women's 200m at the Paris 2024 Olympics, winning her heat with a time of 22.24 seconds. Despite missing out on the 100m due to administrative issues, she has garnered significant support and excitement from Nigerian fans...
Chinese badminton player Huang Ya Qiong won gold in mixed doubles at the Paris Olympics 2024 and received a surprise marriage proposal from teammate Liu Yu Chen. The romantic moment following their victory captivated audiences worldwide, sparking positive reactions on social media. China's...
Image Credit: Olympics Saint Lucian sprinter Julien Alfred wins gold in the women's 100m final at Paris 2024, clocking 10.72 seconds and defeating US star Sha’Carri Richardson. Jamaican legend Shelley-Anne Fraser-Pryce withdrew due to a rule enforcement issue and injury. Alfred's victory marks...
Team Nigeria had a mixed start in athletics at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The country's athletes participated in five events, with only Rosemary Chukwuma and Chukwuebuka Enekwechi advancing. Chukwuma secured a semi-final spot in the Women’s 100 meters, while Enekwechi reached the Men’s Shot Put...
Fulham secured a 1-0 victory over Benfica in their first pre-season game, with Alex Iwobi scoring the winning goal. Iwobi's precise finish came from a well-executed play involving Adama Traoré and Antonee Robinson. The win highlights a strong start for Fulham's pre-season preparations. In their...
Super Falcons coach Randy Waldrum blames Nigeria’s early exit from the Paris 2024 Olympics on inadequate preparation, citing missed training time and visa issues. The team was eliminated in the group stage after defeats by Japan, Brazil, and Spain, highlighting ongoing logistical challenges in...
Italian boxer Angela Carini withdrew from her Olympic fight against Algeria's Imane Khelif, sparking controversy. Khelif's participation, defended by the IOC, follows her disqualification from last year’s championships. Carini expressed regret for not shaking hands, emphasizing respect and the...
Rosemary Chukwuma from Team Nigeria qualifies for the Women’s 100m semifinals at the 2024 Paris Olympics. She secured third place in her preliminary round with a time of 11.26 seconds. The semifinals are scheduled for Saturday at 6:30 pm, where she aims to reach the finals. Rosemary Chukwuma of...
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