Friday, August 10, 2012

Nijel Amos Grabs Botswana's First Ever Olympic Medal

Amos celebrating Botswana's First Ever Medal


Botswana made its debut in the Olympic Games in 1980 in Moscow and  since then, the nation has never won any Olympic medal in their last 8 Olympic appearances. Although many had predicted Amantle Montsho (women's 400m) will be the first to lift an Olympic medal for Botswana, it was Nijel Amos who took care of business on Thursday as he powered through the finish line for a Silver medal win in the men's 800m. It was a complete African sweep in the men's 800m, with Lekuta Rudisha of Kenya grabbing Gold and Timothy Kitum of Kenya with the Bronze.

Well done Nijel! A true trend-setter for Botswana and other African nations who are still in search for their first Olympic medal.



A medal sweep in the 800m by Africans. Allez mes freres!

Fortune favors the brave!

(Photos:courtesy of indiatimes.com)

2 comments:

  1. It is momentous achievement for both the athlete and the nation. Feet Vs Foot Measurement Amos's remarkable performance and historic win inspire pride and celebrate the dedication and talent of Botswana's sporting community.

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