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In a commanding display of skill and teamwork, Ji Bowen and Liu Hao of China clinched the gold medal in the men’s C-2 500m canoe sprint at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Their performance, which saw them dominate from start to finish, earned them a winning time of 1:39.48. The Chinese duo, who had previously earned…
Matt Wearn of Australia clinched the gold medal in the men’s dinghy division at the Paris 2024 sailing competition on Wednesday, adding to his impressive resume as the reigning Olympic champion. Wearn, who had a commanding 14-point lead over his closest rival, Pavlos Kontides of Cyprus, maintained his position despite a strong challenge. The bronze…
In a commanding performance at the Paris 2024 skateboarding competition, defending champion Keegan Palmer of Australia successfully retained his title in the men’s park final on Wednesday. Palmer, the reigning Olympic gold medalist from Tokyo 2020, showcased his skills against fierce competition from Brazil and the United States. Palmer led the field of 22 with…
In a thrilling opening session at the South Paris Arena, Li Fabin of China secured his second consecutive Olympic gold medal in the 61kg weightlifting category, setting a new Olympic record in the snatch. The arena, filled to nearly full capacity with 4,000 spectators, witnessed a high-stakes battle and dramatic moments throughout the competition. Li,…
On Wednesday, Australia clinched its first-ever gold medal in the men’s Olympic team pursuit since 2004, overcoming formidable competitors including Britain. The team of Oliver Bleddyn, Sam Welsford, Conor Leahy, and Kelland O’Brien set a time of 3 minutes and 42.067 seconds, more than a second ahead of the British squad at the Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines velodrome….
In a stunning display of speed and precision, Aleksandra Miroslaw of Poland won gold in the women’s Speed Climbing event at the Paris 2024 Olympics on Wednesday. Miroslaw outpaced Deng Lijuan of China, setting a new world record with a time of 6.06 seconds, surpassing the previous record of 6.18 seconds set earlier in the…
Spain’s Race Walking Triumph at Paris 2024 On Wednesday, July 7, at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Spain’s Álvarez and María Pérez clinched gold in the Mixed Relay 20 km race walk, showcasing an extraordinary performance in the newest athletics event on the Olympic schedule. Just six days after securing individual medals—Álvarez with bronze and Pérez…
Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history and a global icon, faced a crucial test in Paris. After her unexpected withdrawal from the 2020 Olympics, many wondered if she could reclaim her former greatness. Biles answered that question decisively in Paris, proving she was not just back but better than ever. In a series…
In a significant and strategic decision, Vice President Kamala Harris has selected Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate for the 2024 presidential election. The move, announced Monday, is a defining moment for the Democratic campaign as Harris builds a formidable ticket to take on former President Donald Trump. Walz, a former high school…
The former national chairman of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, Dr. Okwesilieze Nwodo, on Sunday, said that Nigerians are not properly informed of government programmes.