The team boasts five talented female wrestlers and one male wrestler who will battle for medals in Paris.
The Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF) has announced the team that will represent the nation at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.
The team boasts five talented female wrestlers and one male. The lone male wrestler representing Nigeria is Ashton Mutuwa, competing in the 125kg freestyle category.
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Tokyo Olympic silver medalist, Blessing Oborodudu will bring her experience and fighting spirit to Paris in the 68kg category, while reigning African champion Odunayo Adekuoroye will be searching for medal in the 57kg category.
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NWF President Daniel Igali expressed optimism about the team's chances, stating: "We are confident the wrestlers will put up a good performance. They are training hard and aiming for medals."
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The team departs for Spain on July 3rd for a pre-Olympic tournament in Madrid. This will be followed by a final training camp in Germany before heading to Paris.