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HISTORIC FEAT FOR NIGERIA AS THREE ATHLETES QUALIFY FOR WOMEN’S LONG JUMP FINAL AT PARIS 2024 OLYMPICS
In a groundbreaking achievement, three Nigerian women, Ese Brume, Ruth Usoro, and Prestina Ochonogor, have qualified for the final of the women’s long jump event at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
This marks the first time in Olympic history that three athletes from Nigeria have made it to the final of the same event.
Brume, Usoro, and Ochonogor will compete against top contenders from Germany, the USA, France, Italy, and Romania in the finals scheduled for Thursday, August 8.
Their qualification is a testament to the growing strength and talent of Nigerian athletics on the global stage.
Fans and supporters are eagerly anticipating the final, cheering on the Nigerian trio to make history and bring home medals.