Paris Olympics: Nigeria’s Mixed Relay Team Sets New National Record

(iexclusivenews) – Nigeria’s Mixed Relay team delivered an outstanding performance on Friday at the Paris Olympic Games, narrowly missing out on a spot in the final of the Mixed 4x400m event.

The team, comprising Samuel Ogazi, Ella Onojuvwevwo, Emmanuel Ifeanyi Ojeli, and Patience Okon-George, finished fourth with a new national record time of 3:11.99.

A Valiant Effort Against Strong Competition

Despite not advancing to the final, the Nigerian quartet put up a valiant effort against formidable competitors.

Great Britain clinched the top spot with a national record time of 3:10.61, followed by the Netherlands and Italy, who secured second and third places with times of 3:10.81 and 3:11.59, respectively.

In another heat on the same day, Team USA’s quartet of Vernon Norwood, Shamier Little, Bryce Deadmon, and Kaylyn Brown set a blistering pace, winning with a world record time of 3:07.41.

France and Belgium also achieved national records, finishing second and third with times of 3:10.60 and 3:10.74, respectively.

Team Kenya finished seventh with a time of 3:13.13.

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Nigeria’s Journey to the Paris Olympics

The Road Ahead

The journey to the Paris Olympics was marked by determination and hard work.

The Nigerian Mixed Relay team had previously secured their spot at the Games by finishing second in their qualifying round at the World Relays in the Bahamas.

Their impressive performance in the qualifiers set the stage for their record-breaking run in Paris.

While the team did not make it to the finals, their performance at the Paris Olympics has set a new benchmark for Nigerian athletics.

The new national record of 3:11.99 is a testament to their dedication and skill. As they continue to train and compete, the future looks promising for Nigeria’s Mixed Relay team.

By highlighting these achievements, we celebrate the resilience and talent of Nigeria’s athletes, inspiring future generations to strive for excellence on the global stage.