Odunayo Adekuroye has successfully advanced to the quarter-finals of the women’s 57kg freestyle wrestling event at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Her progression came after her Algerian opponent, Chaimaa Fouzia Aouissi, retired due to injury, securing Adekuroye’s spot in the next round.
The 30-year-old wrestler, who is a Commonwealth and African champion, is considered one of Nigeria’s key medal contenders in the competition. Adekuroye will return to the mat later today, aiming to continue her pursuit of Olympic success