The Nigeria women’s national basketball team, D’Tigress, achieved a significant milestone on Friday by securing qualification for the women’s basketball event at the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
D’Tigress punched their ticket to Paris following Belgium’s victory over Senegal at the ongoing 2024 Olympics qualification tournament in Belgium. Despite suffering a defeat against the powerhouse US team, with a scoreline of 100-46, Nigeria’s qualification hopes received a boost with favorable results in other group matches.
The African champions had previously showcased their prowess in their opening game, defeating Senegal with a score of 72-65. This victory not only marked a strong start to the tournament but also provided D’Tigress with a crucial advantage over their West African rivals in the race for Olympic qualification.
This marks the third time D’Tigress will compete at the Olympic Games, following their appearances at the Athens 2004 and Tokyo 2020 editions of the tournament. With a rich history of international participation and success, D’Tigress aims to make a significant impact on the global stage once again at the 2024 Olympics.
The 2024 Olympics, scheduled to take place from July 26 to August 11 in Paris, will provide D’Tigress with an opportunity to showcase their talent and represent Nigeria with pride on the world stage. As preparations for the tournament intensify, D’Tigress is poised to make their mark and continue their legacy of excellence in women’s basketball.