2024 Olympics: Chukwuma, Enekwechi miss out on medal

By Taiwo Okanlawon

Team Nigeria’s Rosemary Chukwuma failed to make it to the final of the women’s 100m at the 2024 Olympic Games.

Chukwuma faltered in the semi-finals of the event, finishing in last place.

She started the race in a commanding fashion but failed to sustain the momentum.

In the men’s shot put final, Chukwuebuka Enekwechi finished fifth with a throw of 21.42m missing out on a medal.

USA’s Ryan Crouser won gold medal with a throw of 22.90m.

His compatriot Joe Kovacs won silver with a throw of 22.15m, while Jamaica’s Rajindra Campbell came in third with a throw of 22.15m.