TheNewsGuru

Tag: Olympics

  • Paris 2024: US, China, France lead medal table

    Paris 2024: US, China, France lead medal table

    The Olympic competition has continued to gather momentum  as athletes participate in more events.

    Thursday featured a full slate of group play and medal events in sports such as rowing, diving, fencing, gymnastics, boxing, and BMX.

    The United States continues to lead the overall medal count.

    However, the competition is tight at the top, with countries like France, China, and Great Britain closely trailing the Americans.

    The U.S. entered Wednesday aiming for its fifth gold medal of the Games, following the women’s gymnastics team’s gold-winning performance on Tuesday.

    Here’s an updated look at the medal standings and highlights from Thursday’s competition:

     

    Overall Medal Standings

     

    United States – 30 Total (5 Gold, 13 Silver, 12 Bronze)

     

    2. France – 26 Total (8 Gold, 10 Silver, 8 Bronze)

     

    3.China 18 Total (8 Gold, 7 Silver, 3 Bronze)

     

    4.Great Britain 17 Total (6 Gold, 6 Silver, 5 Bronze)

     

    5. Japan – 15 Total (8 Gold, 3 Silver, 4 Bronze)

     

    6. Australia 14 Total (7 Gold, 4 Silver, 3 Bronze)

     

    7. Italy- 13 Total (3 Gold, 6 Silver, 4 Bronze)

     

    8. South Korea – 12 Total (6 Gold, 3 Silver, 3 Bronze)Country ● Gold ● Silver ● Bronze T

  • Paris 2024: Nigeria’s D’ Tigress lose second group B game to host nation France

    Paris 2024: Nigeria’s D’ Tigress lose second group B game to host nation France

    Nigeria’s women’s national  basketball team, D’Tigress on Thursday  evening lost to  France In their second group B game at the ongoing Paris Olympic Games.

    Coach Rena Wakama tutored side lost by 75-54 to the host.

    Recall that the D’Tigress recorded a resounding victory against World number 3 Australia in group B opener four days ago but the Nigerian ladies couldn’t keep up with the tempo against France in the second game of the tournament.

    The French ladies dictated the tempo of the game and all through the four quarters.

    The match began competitively, with D’Tigress trailing 24-20 at the end of the first quarter of the thrilling encou nter.

    However, lack of composure from the Nigerians made the gap to  widen to 38-31 by halftime and further expanded to 54-39 by the end of the third quarter.
    France’s effective play and strong defense ensured they held onto their lead throughout the final quarter.
    D’Tigress’ other opponents Australia and Canada settled for 70-65 in favour of the Australians.

    Looking ahead, D’Tigress will face Canada in their final group B game.

    The Nigerian team, now needing a win to advance to the next stage of the tournament   will take on Canada who has lost two matches in a row  to France and Australia.

     

  • Olympics: Opeyori loses again to end Nigeria’s medal hopes from badminton

    Olympics: Opeyori loses again to end Nigeria’s medal hopes from badminton

    Anuoluwapo Opeyori, Nigeria’s lone entry in the badminton competition of the ongoing Olympic Games in Paris, on Wednesday made his exit from the event.

    Opeyori, whose chances had looked slim from the beginning, lost his second and final Group N game 0-2 to China’s Li Shi Feng.

    Playing at La Chapelle Arena Court 2 in Paris in a men’s singles group play stage fixture, Opeyori failed to hold his own to lose 17-21 17-21.

    The loss was Opeyori’s second in his three-player group, where only the group winner advances to the quarter-finals.

    He had earlier, on Tuesday, lost his first match 0-2 (20-22 14-21) to Switzerland’s Tobias Kuenzi, thereby finishing bottom of the group.

    Opeyori’s exit from the competition meant Nigeria will now only be looking forward to honours from sports other than badminton, table tennis, football and boxing at the Games.

  • Paris 2024: Nigeria’s Super Falcons crash out of Olympic Games

    Paris 2024: Nigeria’s Super Falcons crash out of Olympic Games

    The Super Falcons’ campaign at the Paris Olympics has come to an end following a 3-1 defeat to Japan in their final Group C match. This loss sealed their disappointing exit from the competition.

    Having lost their first two games against Brazil and Spain, Nigeria entered Wednesday’s match with a slim chance of advancing to the quarter-finals.

    However, Japan dashed those hopes by scoring twice within ten minutes, starting from the 22nd minute, leaving Coach Randy Waldrum’s team without a path forward.

    The results meant that  Spain who defeated Brazil 1-0 in the other group C encounter finish top of the group while Japan come in second.

    Meanwhile, Brazil who defeated Nigeria in the first game of  group C finish in third position and will now proceed to the quarter -finals as one of the best third places teams in the competition.

  • Dozens arrested in France for disruption at Olympics

    Dozens arrested in France for disruption at Olympics

    Scores of people have been arrested in France for trying to disrupt the Olympic Games, Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin said on Monday.

    Security forces arrested 50 people, Darmanin told the France 2 television channel.

    They had wanted to carry out “sabotage actions or radical protests’’ during the first Olympic competitions, but authorities prevented this, he said.

    The newspaper Le Parisien reported that 45 members of the radical environmental movement Extinction Rebellion had been arrested.

    They had planned actions to protest against the social and ecological consequences of the Olympics.

    The newspaper Le Figaro reported that an ultra-left-wing activist was arrested on Sunday in Oissel, about 121 kilometres north-west of Paris.

    The man was arrested at a French national train or SNCF location and had access keys to SNCF technical premises along with wire cutters and a set of universal keys.

    The set of the universal keys in his vehicle along with literature linked to the ultra-left, the story said.

    The Paris prosecutor’s office said that this arrest was not connected to the investigation into the arson attacks that disrupted traffic on Friday hours ahead of the Olympics’ opening ceremonies.

    This affected hundreds of thousands of travellers.

    Darmanin also told France 2 that his office has a clearer picture of who may be behind those attacks.

    “We have identified a number of profiles of individuals who may have carried out these very deliberate and highly targeted acts of sabotage,’’ he said.

    Darmanin said that the attacks align with “a traditional method of the far-left.’’

    A letter of responsibility with references to the radical left-wing scene and criticism of the Olympic Games had been sent to several media outlets.

    According to Darmanin, it must be examined whether this is authentic or if people are merely trying to claim credit for the acts.

    Trains are now back to normal, Transport Minister Patrice Vergriete said on the channel RTL.

    Whether the perpetrators received support from individuals within the SNCF remained uncertain, Darmanin announced.

    Unknown persons have also damaged fibre-optic networks in parts of France overnight, but Paris, where the summer Olympics is currently being held, was not affected, French media reported on Monday.

    Six of France’s 101 administrative regions were hit, according to the reports.

    France’s acting Secretary of State for Digital Affairs Marina Ferrari, in a post on Monday on X, said the damage affected local access to cable, landline and mobile services.

    Efforts were made to fully restore the services, she said.

    “I condemn these cowardly and irresponsible acts in the strongest terms,’’ Ferrari wrote.

    The newspaper Le Parisien reported that the providers Bouygues, Free, and SFR are affected.

    SFR reported vandalism in the six areas between 1 am (2300 GMT on Sunday) and 3 am. Cables were cut.

    This impacted both the landline and mobile networks, including those of foreign providers using the SFR network.

    According to the newspaper, it was still unclear how many people are affected by the incident. No one has yet claimed responsibility for the damage.

  • Edem crashes out as Team Nigeria suffers another loss at Paris Olympics

    Edem crashes out as Team Nigeria suffers another loss at Paris Olympics

    Offiong Edem lost to Brazil’s Bruna Takahashi 4-0 on Sunday to add to Team Nigeria’s losing run at the ongoing Olympic Games in Paris.

    Edem lost 8-11 4-11 11-13 10-12 in her Round of 64 match in the women’s singles event of the table tennis competition.

    Her loss made it the third loss of the day for Team Nigeria, which had earlier lost in boxing and football.

    NAN reports that it was cumulatively Team Nigeria’s sixth loss competitively.

    This was after seeing the Super Falcons lost their opening game 0-1 against Brazil on Thursday in women’s football.

    The duo of Quadri Aruna and Olajide Omotayo also lost in the men’s singles of table tennis on Saturday.

    Fatimo Bello who plays her first game of the women’s singles on Monday is Nigeria’s remaining hope in the singles events of the table tennis competition.

  • Tinubu sends best wishes to Team Nigeria at Paris Olympics

    Tinubu sends best wishes to Team Nigeria at Paris Olympics

    President Bola Tinubu on Friday sent his best wishes to Team Nigeria at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.

    The president, in a statement by his spokesman, Chief Ajuri Ngelale, assured the athletes representing the country of his full support and that of over 200 million Nigerians back home, praying and cheering for their success.

    The games officially opens on July 26, with the ‘Parade of Nations,’ and 88 athletes, including 63 women and 25 men, are proudly flying Nigeria’s flag in 12 sports at the Olympics.

    Tinubu said he looked forward to watching the nation’s flag bearer, Ms Tobi Amusan, the current world record holder in the 100 metres hurdles, and other athletes compete with honour and dedication on the international stage.

    “The president enjoins the athletes to exhibit the resilience, courage, respect, self-control, and good sportsmanship that Nigerians are known for.

    “President Tinubu urges the coaching crew, support staff, and Nigerian spectators who will be watching the Games in Paris to remain worthy ambassadors of the country,” Ngelale said.

    The Paris 2024 Olympic Games will take place from July 26 to Aug.11, and will include 10,714 athletes from 206 countries.

  • Paris 2024: Colourful opening ceremony officially kicks off Olympics

    Paris 2024: Colourful opening ceremony officially kicks off Olympics

    The Paris 2024 Olympics has begun officially with a breathtaking and colourful opening ceremony which marked the return of the Summer Games to the French capital for the first time since 1924.

    The event will feature a wide range of sports, with athletes from around the world competing for gold medals across various disciplines.

    Highlights of the Paris Olympics include the opening ceremony along the Seine River, new sports such as breakdancing making their Olympic debut, and iconic venues like the Stade de France and the Champ de Mars hosting events.

    The Games aim to celebrate athletic excellence while emphasizing sustainability and innovation.

    The Paris 2024 Olympics, scheduled to take place from July 26 to August 11, promises a unique blend of tradition and modernity, with several key features setting it apart from previous Games.

    Paris 2024 Key Features 

     

    Iconic Venues: The city will utilize its historic landmarks as stunning backdrops for various events.

    For example, beach volleyball will be played at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, and the Champs-Élysées will host the cycling events.

    New Sports and Events: Breakdancing will make its Olympic debut, joining the lineup alongside traditional sports. Skateboarding, sport climbing, and surfing, which were introduced in Tokyo 2020, will also return, reflecting the Olympics’ appeal to a younger audience.

    Sustainability Focus: Paris 2024 aims to be the most sustainable Olympics yet, with plans to reduce carbon emissions by more than half compared to previous Games. This includes using 95% existing or temporary venues, promoting public transportation, and implementing a zero-waste policy.

     

    Gender Equality:  The Paris Games will feature a near-equal number of male and female athletes for the first time in Olympic history, continuing the movement towards gender equality in sports.

     

    Cultural Celebrations: Alongside the sporting events, Paris 2024 will host various cultural activities, highlighting French art, music, and cuisine. These events aim to enhance the Olympic experience for both athletes and spectators.

     

    Technological Innovations: The Games will leverage advanced technology to improve the spectator experience, including virtual and augmented reality applications and enhanced broadcasting capabilities to reach a global audience.

     

    The Paris 2024 Olympics is set to offer a memorable experience, blending the city’s historic charm with a forward-looking approach to sustainability and inclusivity.

  • Super Falcons lose first Olympics match

    Super Falcons lose first Olympics match

    Nigeria’s Super Falcons has lost their first match at the 2024 Paris Olympic.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports that the first outing of the Super Falcons was shattered by a first-half goal pulled by the Brazilians.

    The Super Falcons returned to the Olympic stage for the first time in 16 years, TNG understands.

    The Brazilian team led the game in the 37th minute after Gabi Nunes fired a shot from a very comfortable spot in the 18-yard box beating Falcon defender, Chiamaka Nnadozie.

    The second goal by the Brazilian side was ruled out by the Republic of Korea referee, Yu-Jeong Kim.

    Although the Brazilian side dominated most of the first half, Waldrum’s team also had a fair share of the game.

    The Falcons who were hungry to lead made several efforts to overturn the game but their opponent held onto the lead until Kim blew the final whistle.

    The victory put Brazil in second place in Group C while Spain is top of the group after defeating Japan 2-1.

    The Falcon are last in the group and are set to face Spain while Brazil will clash with Japan.

  • Paris 2024 Olympics: NOC, Sports Ministry unveil 84 athletes [Full list]

    Paris 2024 Olympics: NOC, Sports Ministry unveil 84 athletes [Full list]

    The Federal Ministry of Sports Development and the Nigeria Olympics Committee (NOC) have jointly unveiled a list of 84 athletes to represent the nation at the upcoming Paris Olympics.

    The Paris 2024 Olympics is scheduled to kick off on July 26 to Aug. 11.

    Tony Nezianya, Public Relations Officer of NOC, who stated this in a statement on Thursday in Lagos, said the athletes would compete across 12 different sports at the global sports fiesta.

    “Notably, the contingent is largely comprised of female athletes, with a significant presence from female soccer and basketball teams.

    “The team will also be participating in events such as Athletics, badminton, boxing, Canoing, cycling, taekwondo, table tennis, wrestling, weightlifting, and swimming,” he said.

    Nezianya also disclosed that the athletes have started moving into Games village in Paris from their training base in Germany.

    “This is with exception of the National female soccer team, the Falcons, who have relocated to Boaxdeux for their football event being held in cities outside Paris.

    “The teams comprised of  Basketball Team, 12,  Athletics,  35, female football, table tennis, 4, wrestling, 5, boxing, 2, swimming, 2, Taekwondo, 1 and Badminton, 1, “he said.

    Final list:

    Athletics – Men

    Adeyemi Sikiru Adewale – 4 x 400m Relay Mixed
    Ajayi Kayinsola – 100m, 4 x 100m Relay
    Akintola Alaba Olakunle – 4 x 100m Relay
    Amene Dubem – 4 x 100m Relay
    Ashe Favour Oghene – Mens 100m
    Enekwechi Chukwuebuka – Mens Shotput
    Ibadin Edose – Mens 800m
    Itsekiri Usheoritse – 4 x 100m Relay
    Nathaniel Ezekiel – Mens 400m Hurdles
    .Nnamdi Chinecherem – Mens Javelin Throw
    Nwachukwu Dubem – 4 x 400m Relay Mixed
    Ogazi Samuel – Mens 400m, 4 x 400m Relay
    Oghenebrume Godson – Mens 100m, 4 x 100m Relay
    Ojeli Ifeanyi Emmanuel – Mens 4 x 400m Relay
    Okezie Chidi – Mens 400m, 4 x 400m Relay
    Onwuzurike Udodi Chudi – Mens 200m
    Sunday Israel Okon – 4 x 400m, 4 x 400m Relay Mixed

    Athletics – Women

    Adeshina Temitope Simbiat – Womens High Jump
    Amaechi Obiageri Pamela – Women’s Discus Throw
    Amusan Oluwatobilola – Women’s 100m
    Anumba Ashley – Women’s Discus Throw
    Brume Ese – Women’s Long Jump
    Chukwuma Rosemary – Women’s 100m
    Eyakpobeyan Justina Tiana – Women’s 4 x 100m Relay
    George Patience Okon – 4 x 400m Relay (Mixed)
    Godbless Tima Seikeseye – Women’s 100m, 4 x 100m Relay
    Joseph Esther Elo – Women’s 400m, 4 x 400m Relay
    Oghonogor Prestina Oluchi – Women’s Long Jump
    Ofili Favour – Women’s 200m
    Oginmakinju Omolara – Women’s 4 x 400m Relay (Mixed)
    Olajide Olayinka – Women’s 4 x 100m Relay
    Olatoye Oyesade – Women’s Hammer Throw
    Onojuvwevwo Ella – Women’s 400m
    Onyekwere Chioma – Women’s Discus Throw
    Usoro Ruth – Women’s Long Jump.

    Badminton

    Opeyori Anuoluwapo

    Basketball

    Adeyeye Adebola
    Amukamara Promise
    Balogun Elizabeth
    Ebo Lauren
    Ejiofor Blessing
    Enabosi Nicole
    Igbokwe Rita
    Kalu Ezinne
    Kunaiyi-Akpanah Pallas
    Musa Murjanatu
    Okonkwo Amy
    Okoro Ifunanya
    Taiwo Olaoluwatomi

    Boxing

    Olaore Olaitan – Men’s Heavyweight 92kg
    Ogunsemilore Cynthia – Women’s Lightweight 60kg

    Canoeing

    Bello Ayomide – Women’s Sprint C2, 500m
    Otuedo Beauty – Women’s Sprint C2, 500m

    Cycling

    Ese Ukpeseraye

    Football

    Abiodun Deborah
    Ajibade Rasheedat
    Alozie Michelle
    Demehin Blessing
    Echegini Jennifer
    Ihezue Chinwendu
    Kanu Uchenna
    Macleans Chinonyerem
    Nnadozie Chiamaka
    Ohale Osinachi
    Okeke Chidinma
    Okoronkwo Esther
    Oluehi Tochukwu
    Onumonu Ifeoma
    Oshoala Asisat
    Payne Nicole
    Payne Toni
    Ucheibe Christy
    Ademola Morufa
    Alani Jumoke
    Monday Gift
    Otu Regina

    Swimming

    Sijuade Oluwatobiloba
    Nwandu Adaku

    Taekwondo

    Anyanacho Elizabeth – Women’s -67kg

    Table Tennis

    Aruna Quadri – Men’s Singles
    Omotayo Olajide – Men’s Singles
    Effiong Edem – Women’s Singles
    Fatima Bello – Women’s Singles

    Weightlifting

    Lawal Rafiatu – Women’s -59kg
    Eze Joy Ogbonne – Women’s -71kg

    Wrestling

    Mutuwa Ashtoib – Men’s Freestyle – 125kg
    Ogunsanya Christiana – Women’s Freestyle -53kg
    Adekuoroye Odunayo – Women’s Freestyle -53kg
    Kolawole Esther – Women’s Freestyle -62kg
    Oborodudu Blessing – Women’s Freestyle -68kg
    Reuben Hannah – Women’s Freestyle -76kg