Paris 2024: Boxer Olaitan Olaore fails to advance to round of 16

Ifeanyi Njoku
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Nigerian boxer, Olaitan Adam Olaore, was eliminated from the men’s 92kg heavyweight division at the ongoing Paris 2024 Olympics on Sunday.

Olaore suffered a unanimous 5-0 defeat at the hands of Kazakhstan’s Aibek Oralbay, failing to advance to the round of 16.

Despite displaying heart and determination, the 22-year-old Nigerian was outclassed by the more experienced Oralbay. The Kazakhstani dominated the bout, landing a powerful blow that sent Olaore to the canvas in the first round.

Olaore’s chances of a comeback were further hindered by a point deduction for holding and failing to maintain an upright posture.

While he showed improved aggression in the third round, it was too little too late as Oralbay comfortably secured a 5-0 victory on all judges’ scorecards.

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