Elizabeth Anyanacho, Nigeria’s sole representative in taekwondo at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, was eliminated in the opening bout of her competition on Friday morning. Competing in the women’s -67 kilogram category, Anyanacho faced Song Jie of China at the Grand Palais.
In their round of 16 match, the two fighters were tied 3-3 at the end of the first round. However, Song Jie pulled ahead decisively in the second round, securing an 8-2 victory that advanced her to the quarter-finals.
This defeat marks the end of Nigeria’s hopes for a medal in taekwondo at these Games. Anyanacho, who was managed by 2008 Olympic bronze medalist China Chukwumerije, was unable to progress further in the competition.