Paris 2024: Chukwuma Advances, Adesina and Godless Out
However, it was a disappointing morning for the country in other events. Tima Godbless failed to advance in the women’s 100m, finishing sixth in her heat with a time of 11.33 seconds.
In the field events, Simbiat Adesina fell short in the women’s high jump qualification, managing a best height of 1.88 meters, below the qualifying mark of 1.95 meters.
Team Nigerian will be looking to regroup and focus on the remaining events of the day. With several athletes still in contention for medals, there is still hope for the country to make a significant impact at the Olympics.
The afternoon session promises to be exciting, with the mixed 4x400m relay team aiming to qualify for the final.
Also, Cornwell Chukwuebuka Enekwechi will be looking forA a strong performance to qualify for a spot in the Shotput finals, just as the discus ring will also be busy with Anuma Ashley and Pamela Amechi in action for the women’s discus throw qualification