Congolese wrestler Andy Mukendi honored the Democratic Republic of Congo by winning the gold medal at the Games of La Francophonie. In the 79 kg freestyle wrestling category, Mukendi won with a resounding victory over the Armenian Simonyan Razmik.
The fight took place at the Stade Tata Raphaël gymnasium in Kinshasa, where the ninth edition of the Jeux de la Francophonie is currently taking place. Mukendi demonstrated his technical superiority by winning the match 7-0.
This victory marks a historic moment for Congolese wrestling, since it is the first gold medal won by a wrestler from the DRC at the Games of La Francophonie. It’s a remarkable achievement for Andy Mukendi, who has shown talent, determination and skill on the mat.
This exceptional performance by Mukendi highlights the sporting and athletic potential of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The country is full of talents who deserve to be supported and encouraged in their sporting career.
The Games of La Francophonie are not only an opportunity to celebrate diversity and sporting excellence, but also to promote the spirit of solidarity and cooperation between French-speaking countries. Andy Mukendi’s victory therefore represents a strong symbol of this French-speaking solidarity.
It is important to stress that Andy Mukendi’s success would not be possible without intensive training and support from his family, coaches and country. His hard efforts and determination have yielded extraordinary results, making him a true role model for young Congolese and African wrestlers.
By winning this gold medal, Andy Mukendi not only wrote his name in the history of Congolese wrestling, but he also inspired a whole generation of Congolese sportsmen to pursue their dreams and believe in their potential.
We warmly congratulate Andy Mukendi for his remarkable victory at the Jeux de la Francophonie. His gold medal is a source of pride for the Democratic Republic of Congo and a testament to our athletes’ ability to shine on the international stage