Daily guide and all to know on Team Nigeria athletes participating on Day 3 of athletics at Paris 2024 Olympics.
With track and field now well and running at Paris 2024 Olympics, Team Nigeria athletes will continue their quest for a medal in their various events on Day 3.
Here's a concise guide on all Nigerian athletes participating, how to watch them, and what to expect at the end of the day's activities.
14:48 - 02.08.2024
'It's not over' - Favour Ofili demands answers following 100m heartbreak due to AFN and NOC's blunder
Favour Ofili is back asking questions after it was confirmed she won't be running the women's 100m event at Paris 2024 Olympics. This unfortunate incident was due to the AFN and NOC failing to carry out their jobs properly.
Team Nigeria Day 3 Guide
Event
Men's 100m heats
Athletes competing
Favour Ashe
Kanyinsola Ajayi
Time and where to watch - 10:55 am, SuperSport
What to expect
Ashe and Ajayi will be expected to make the semifinals based on being among the top fastest in their respective heats.
Event
Men's Shot Put FINAL
Athlete competing
Chukwuebuka Enekwechi
Time and where to watch - 6:35 pm, SuperSport
What to expect
Enekwechi will be competing in his second consecutive Olympic final and will be gunning for at least a top 5 finish to cap off a brilliant year.
Event
Women's 100m semi-final
Athlete competing
Rosemary Chukwuma
Time and where to watch - 6:50 pm, SuperSport
What to expect
A slim chance for Chukwuma to make the final considering she's competing in the semifinal of death that has Sha'Carri Richardson, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, and Mariee Josee Ta Lou-Smith. However, a spirited performance from the Nigerian speedster can see her clock a sub-11s time.