Paris 2024: Congolese pugilists qualify for the quarter-finals of Olympic qualifications
Seven pugilists from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) brilliantly managed to qualify for the quarter-finals of the Paris 2024 Olympic qualifications. This group made up of five men and two women will participate in this crucial stage of the qualifications on Wednesday September 13 in Dakar , in Senegal.
These Congolese athletes demonstrated a remarkable performance during these qualifiers, with the aim of doing better than in previous qualifiers for the Tokyo Olympic Games. Although they face strong competition, particularly from Maghreb countries with advanced preparation in this discipline, Congolese pugilists hope to capitalize on their recent success at the African Championships in Yaoundé, where they obtained their best historical ranking in rising to second place.
The athletes qualified for the quarter-finals are as follows:
– KITANGILA Idriss: Male – 57 kg
– Steve KULENGULUKA: Male – 71 kg
– Gisèle NYEMBO: Female – 54 kg
– Bénédicte DIYOKA: Female – 50 kg
– Marcelat SAKOBI: Woman – 57 kg
– Brigitte MBABI: Female – 66 kg
– MWIKA Marie Joëlle: Female – 75 kg
Unfortunately, some pugilists failed to qualify and were eliminated from the competition. However, their participation in these qualifications demonstrates their commitment and determination to proudly represent the DRC on the international stage.
Hopes are high for these Congolese pugilists who aspire to qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Their journey to the quarter-finals is proof of their talent and they are ready to take on this new challenge to achieve their ultimate goal: secure a place on the Olympic podium.
Their participation in these Olympic qualifications is also a source of inspiration for the young Congolese generations who dream of practicing boxing and proudly representing their country. These athletes are true models of success and sporting excellence.
We wish them good luck for the quarter-finals and hope to see them shine in the ring, flying the colors of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Paris 2024 will be an opportunity to mark the history of Congolese sport and prove that Congolese pugilists can compete with the best in the world.