Two Ghanaian athletes have made their mark on the global stage at the Paris Olympics, advancing to the semi-finals of the Men’s 100m event.
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Benjamin Azamati secured his spot in the next round by finishing 2nd in Heat 1 with an impressive time of 10.08 seconds. His performance guarantees him a place in the semi-finals and showcases his potential to compete with the best in the world.
In another thrilling heat, Abdul-Rasheed Saminu finished 3rd in Heat 5, racing alongside the reigning Olympic champion, Marcell Jacobs. Saminu came tantalizingly close to Jacobs, finishing just 0.01 seconds behind the champion. This incredible performance marks an impressive Olympic debut for the young Ghanaian sprinter, who has shown he can hold his own against elite competition.
The achievements of Azamati and Saminu have brought pride to Ghana, and their progress in the competition is eagerly followed by fans. As they prepare for the semi-finals, the nation’s hopes are high for a strong showing in the sprinting events.
