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  • Chelsea recall player from France Olympics squad

    Chelsea recall player from France Olympics squad

    Premier League side Chelsea have recalled Lesley Ugochukwu from France’s Olympics squad.

    The midfielder was part of the host nation’s standby list, but is now back in London.

    It’s suggested the decision has been made with Chelsea eager to place the midfielder away on-loan for the new season.

    The French Football Federation announced: “Lesley Ugochukwu leaves the Olympic selection. The midfielder is leaving the French Olympic Team this Friday, July 19, and will not be among the reserves for the Paris 2024 Olympic tournament.

    “Following a request from Chelsea FC, Lesley Ugochukwu will permanently leave the French Olympic football team and will no longer be available as a reserve.”

  • Olympics 2024: Jamaican athlete drags Federation to CAS

    Olympics 2024: Jamaican athlete drags Federation to CAS

    Even though the 2024 Olympic Games is billed to get underway on Friday in Paris, the global event has already began in other areas.

    One of such is in the area of matters related to representation, with the Ad hoc Division of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) already registering its first arbitration procedure.

    Ms Nayoka Clunis of Jamaica who was qualified and selected has taken the Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association (JAAA) to CAS.

    She was to represent Jamaica in the hammer throw competition at the Olympic Games Paris 2024, but eventually her name was not submitted by the JAAA to World Athletics (WA).

    Ms Clunis now seeks a decision from the CAS Ad hoc Division directing that she be included on the appropriate list to participate in the hammer throw competition at the Olympic Games.

    A panel of arbitrators has already been appointed to decide this dispute, composed of Dr. Annabelle Bennett of Australia as President, Ms Carine Dupeyron of France and Ms Kristen Thorsness of U.S.

    It will hold a hearing with the parties on Saturday, with its decision expected to be issued on Sunday.

    The 2024 Olympic Games is billed for July 26 to Aug. 11.

  • Paris 2024: How D’Tigress lost to Germany in test match

    Paris 2024: How D’Tigress lost to Germany in test match

    Nigeria’s D’Tigress were defeated 77-63 by Germany in a pre-Olympic friendly match on Friday. Despite the loss, Rena Wakama’s team showed a spirited performance.

     

    Forward Amy Okonkwo was the leading scorer for Nigeria, contributing 16 points and grabbing two rebounds. Elizabeth Balogun added 14 points and secured five rebounds.

     

    Alexis Peterson from Germany was the game’s top scorer with 22 points.

     

    D’Tigress are set to play against Serbia and Puerto Rico in their upcoming friendlies. At the Olympics, Nigeria will compete against Australia, France, and Canada.

    The Paris Olympics will Kickstart on the 26th of July 2024 and it’s expected to run for a period of three weeks.

     

  • Paris 2024: Super Falcons intensify preparations for Olympics with Canada friendly

    Paris 2024: Super Falcons intensify preparations for Olympics with Canada friendly

    Ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics  games  starting next week, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced that the Super Falcons will take on the Canadian senior national team in Seville Spain next week Wednesday.

    The NFF also addd that the international friendly  between both countries will be played behind closed doors.

    ” A final test before the Olympics: Our Super Falcons will be taking on reigning Olympic champions Canada in a closed-doors friendly on 17 July as final test before flying to France for the Olympics”, the Federation said.

    Both teams will use the friendly to fine tune their training arrangement  before the commencement of the Olympic games in Paris,  France next weekend.

    Both teams last met at the last FIFA World Cup in Australia and New Zealand where they played a 1-1 draw.

    The Super Falcons have been drawn alongside Brazil, Spain and Japan in group C of the Women’s Olympic games.

  • 6 wrestlers begin Olympics preparation as NWF opens camp in Yenagoa

    6 wrestlers begin Olympics preparation as NWF opens camp in Yenagoa

    The Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWFL) has opened its preparatory camp for wrestlers in preparation for the Paris 2024 Olympics.

    The President NWF Daniel Igali said in a statement on Thursday that training camp opened in Yenagoa, Bayelsa, on Wednesday.

    Igali also said that the Federation had the mandate to ensure that Nigerian wrestlers perform optimally in the wrestling event at the Olympics.

    “We have a mandate to ensure that we achieve a podium finish at the Olympics. That’s reason enough to put all machinery in place for optimum performance,” Igali said.

    He added that Tokyo 2020 silver medalist, Blessing Oborodudu, would lead six other Team Nigeria wrestlers comprising of five females and one male, to the Paris 2024 Olympics.

    Igali further said that the Wrestling Federation had earlier this month sponsored a two-week camp for the wrestlers, prior to Mercy Genesis’ participation at the World Wrestling Olympic qualifier in Istanbul, Turkey.

    “Wrestlers going for the Paris Olympics are 68kg Blessing Oborodudu (68kg), Odunayo Adekuoroye (57kg), Ogunsanya Christinah (53kg) and Esther Kolawole (62kg).

    “Ashton Mutuwa (125kg) is the only qualified male wrestler heading to Paris,” he added.

  • Nigerian tennis star, Bello qualifies for Paris Olympics

    Nigerian tennis star, Bello qualifies for Paris Olympics

    Nigeria’s table tennis star, Fatima Bello has qualified for the 2024 Paris Olympics holding in France.

    Bello joined the duo of Edem Offiong and Olajide Omotayo, who both qualified for the Games on Friday at the African Olympic qualifying event in Kigali.

    Bello, who secured a maiden ticket to the Games fought hard to defeat Algeria’s Lynda Loughrabi 4-2 in the women’s final of the tournament on Saturday.

  • Paris 2024: Nigeria overdue for gold medals after Atlanta 1996 heroics – Sports Minister

    Paris 2024: Nigeria overdue for gold medals after Atlanta 1996 heroics – Sports Minister

    Nigeria’s Minister of Sports, Senator John Owan Enoh has said the nation is overdue for gold medals at the Olympic Games after Atlanta 1996 heroics.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports Senator Enoh made this known in a statement released on Friday by Diana-Mary Nsan, Special Assistant, Media to the Minister of Sports.

    In the statement, Enoh disclosed that the Ministry is committed to seeing Team Nigeria achieve remarkable success at the upcoming 2024 Olympics in Paris.

    Drawing inspiration from past achievements and a vision for the future, the Minister emphasised Nigeria will be aiming for gold in Paris, in like fashion as the nation’s heroics at the 1996 Olympic Games.

    “Like every area of human endeavour, we expect to build upon what we did at the last Olympics. After Atlanta 1996, the time has come for Nigeria to win at the very least, a gold medal at the Olympics,” remarked the Minister.

    To fulfil this ambition, the Ministry has established a ministerial podium performance committee dedicated to strategic planning and execution.

    “This committee is diligently assessing various sports where Nigeria holds a competitive advantage.

    “Collaborating closely with the Nigerian Olympic Committee (NOC) and different sports federations, the Ministry is orchestrating comprehensive training programs and coordinating the opening of training camps both locally and internationally,” the statement reads.

    The Minister also underscored the collective effort of all stakeholders involved, emphasising the synergy between the Ministry, NOC, and the federations.

    “Given all we are doing within the Ministry, the NOC and the different federations, we are working very hard to ensure we are competitive enough and represent Nigeria well enough in Paris,” the Minister added.

    The statement reads further: “As preparations intensify, Nigeria is poised to showcase its athletic prowess on the global stage and make its mark at the Paris 2024 Olympics.

    “Through meticulous planning, robust training regimes, and determination, Team Nigeria aims to leave an indelible legacy of sporting excellence.

    “While some athletes and sports have qualified for the Games, some others are still undergoing the qualification process”.

    TNG reports the Olympic Games will take place in the French capital city of Paris, between July 26 and AUgust 11, 2024.

  • Olympics: Paris 2024’s opening ceremony threatened by unrest

    Olympics: Paris 2024’s opening ceremony threatened by unrest

    The opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics might not take place along the Seine River if the security situation in Europe worsens.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports French President, Emmanuel Macron said this in an interview with broadcasters BFMTV on Monday.

    “We can do it and we will do it,’’ Macron stressed, but he added that plans B and C are being prepared.

    The French president indicated that, in the event of a threat, the opening ceremony will be limited to the Trocadéro, or even the Stade de France stadium as a precaution.

    The opening ceremony would take place on July 26 and for the first time outdoors.

    Around 160 boats will take the athletes on a six-kilometre route across the Seine along the most beautiful sights in Paris, from the Pont d’Austerlitz to the Trocadéro.

    Some 326,000 spectators are expected to attend the ceremony.

    Recently, potential terrorist threats forced authorities to increase security around sports events.

    Last week, France and Spain ramped up their security plans ahead of the Champions League quarter-finals matches due to reported threats from jihadists.

    In March, the Munich police increased their presence around the Allianz Arena, where Bayern Munich was hosting the Bundesliga match against Borussia Dortmund after a user on X, formerly twitter,  posted a picture with a target placed on spectators around the stadium.

  • 2024 Olympics: We will ensure early preparation – Enoh assures

    2024 Olympics: We will ensure early preparation – Enoh assures

    The Minister of Sports Development, Sen. John Enoh, has said that the ministry would ensure the timely release of funds to prepare Nigerian athletes for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

    The games will take place from July 26  to Aug. 11 in Paris .

    The minister gave the assurance on Thursday in Abuja in a statement issued by his Special Assistant on Media, Diana-Mary Nsan.

    Enoh stressed the importance of securing funding in a timely manner to facilitate comprehensive preparations for the Olympic Games.

    He added that the ministry will actively pursue partnerships with private individuals and the corporate sector to bolster financial support and ensure that athletes are set up for success.

    Drawing from the successful model implemented during the African Games in Ghana, where all athletes were insured, the minister pledge to build on that success.

    “Plans are underway to provide insurance coverage for Team Nigeria athletes to mitigate risks associated with injuries and unforeseen circumstances, reflecting a proactive approach to athlete welfare,” he said.

    Enoh also announced plans to implement salaries for grade A athletes, noting that the initiative aims to provide ongoing support and motivation to athletes as they prepare for the Games, enabling them to focus on their training and performance without financial constraints.

    The minister expressed confidence in Nigeria’s athletes and their potential to achieve success at the Paris Olympic Games.

    The Paris 2024 will feature the debut of breaking (also known as breakdancing) as an Olympic event. The Games will be the first to feature identical number of athletes between men and women.

  • Olympics: Win gold in Paris – First Lady charges Super Falcons

    Olympics: Win gold in Paris – First Lady charges Super Falcons

    The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, has charged the Super Falcons to win the gold medal for Nigeria at the 2024 Olympic games in Paris.

    The first lady made this known in a statement by her Spokesperson, Olubusola Kukoyi, in Abuja on Wednesday.

    She also commended the Super Falcons for qualifying for the games for the first time in 16 years.

    “Congratulations to our Super Falcons, your perseverance and commitment have truly paid off.

    ”Your hard work, resilience, and team spirit have brought glory to Nigeria and inspired countless young girls across the country to pursue their dreams fearlessly.

    “I am so proud of all your achievements, your journey does not end here; it’s just the beginning of an even greater adventure.

    “Make Nigeria proud, Super Falcons! Bring home the gold!

    Recall that the Minister of Sports Development, Sen. John Owan-Enoh, had also on Tuesday praised the Super Falcons for qualifying for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

    The team edged Banyana Banyana of South Africa for the games after a two-leg qualifiers.

    They played a tense goalless draw in South Africa on Tuesday after a 1-0 defeat of the South Africans in the first leg of their encounter on Friday in Nigeria.