World record holder in the women’s 100m hurdles, Tobi Amusan, is optimistic about securing a medal at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Despite missing out on medals in Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020, the 27-year-old is determined to make this year her breakthrough.
Amusan expressed her confidence after qualifying for the semifinals on Wednesday, posting a time of 12.49 seconds to comfortably beat USA’s Alaysha Johnson and Janeek Brown, who finished with times of 12.61s and 12.84s, respectively.
Reflecting on her Olympic journey, Amusan said, “The first time I came as an Olympian, I was like 18/19, the second time I think I was a little bit experienced and I didn’t get on the podium. This time I think, it’s my season.”
### Samuel Ogazi Reaches Men’s 400m Final
Samuel Ogazi has advanced to the final of the men’s 400m, becoming the first Nigerian to do so in 36 years. Ogazi expressed his excitement about reaching the final, highlighting the significance of this achievement for himself and Nigeria.
### Ese Ukpeseraye Competes in Women’s Keirin Track Cycling
Ese Ukpeseraye, Nigeria’s first-ever Olympic cyclist, finished 6th in her heat in the Women’s Keirin Track Cycling with a time of 13.108 seconds. She will compete in the Repechage round for another chance to advance to the quarterfinals.
### Christianah Ogunsanya Falls Short in Wrestling
In wrestling, Christianah Ogunsanya was defeated in the second round of the women’s freestyle 53 kg by Mongolia’s Khulan Batkhuyag. Ogunsanya was trailing 3-1 when Batkhuyag secured a victory by fall (VFA).
### Nnamdi Chinecherem Vows to Return Stronger in Javelin
Nnamdi Chinecherem, despite not making it to the final in the men’s javelin throw, remains positive. The African Games champion promises a stronger comeback, aiming to qualify for the next Olympic final.
### Edose Ibadin’s 800m Hopes Persist
Edose Ibadin finished 6th in heat 2 of the men’s 800m, clocking 1:46.56. With the French athlete Gabriel Tual winning the heat in 1:45.13, Ibadin will compete in the repechage round for another chance to reach the semifinals.
