Paris Olympics: Adekuoroye Falls 10-8 To Hong Kexin

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1 year ago

August 8, 2024

Joel Ajayi

It was heartbreak for Paris Olympics medal hopeful in women’s freestyle wrestling, Odunayo Adekuoroye as she lost to China’s Kexin Hong in the 57kg quarterfinal on Thursday.

Adekuoroye, rated World no 3, showed signs of hope after she dismantled Chaimaa Aouiss (Algeria) in Round of 16.

Adekuoroye, three times Commonwealth Champion won the bout by Victory by Injury.

In the quarter final, it was a close call as she lost by 8-10 points (Pin Fall).

A painful defeat for the Nigerian, as she now hopes to fight for a bronze medal if the Chinese makes it to the final for her to compete in the repechage.

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Riyadh 2025: Nigeria’s Boxing Contingent Departs for Saudi Arabia

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12 hours ago

November 4, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Team Nigeria’s boxing contingent has officially departs the shores of the country for Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, ahead of the 6th edition of the Islamic Solidarity Games, taking place from November 7 to 21, 2025.

The team forms a vital part of Nigeria’s contingent at the multi-sport event, which gathers athletes from across over 55 nations globally. Nigeria’s participation reflects the nation’s commitment to expanding its global sporting profile and using sport as a tool for unity, national pride, and youth development.

Chief de Mission, Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, described the Riyadh Games as a “crucial aspect of Nigeria’s strategic sports development plan,” emphasizing that the event serves as both a test of preparation and a pathway toward greater international success, including at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

He reaffirmed the NSC’s commitment to ensuring that Nigerian athletes receive the necessary support to excel on global platforms.

“This is more than just another international competition; it is a vital stepping-stone for our athletes toward Olympian ambitions,” Hon. Bukola Olopade said ahead of the team’s departure.

“Our team is prepared, focused, and hungry for success. We carry the hopes of the nation with us to Riyadh,” Hon. Olopade added.
Nigeria has maintained a strong presence at the Games since the inaugural edition in 2005. Over the years, the country’s athletes have recorded success across various sporting categories.

The contingent is led by experienced coaches and supported by technical staff dedicated to achieving peak performance levels.

As the competition gets set to begin in Riyadh, all eyes will be on the Nigerian contingent to deliver a performance that reinforces the country’s reputation as one of Africa’s leading sporting nations.

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