Ghana’s hopes in the Paris 2024 Olympics rest on the men’s 4x100m relay team, set to compete on Thursday, August 8.
With early exits from Rose Amoanimaa Yeboah in the high jump and swimmers Harry Stacey and Joselle Alice Mensah, the relay team is now the nation’s focus. The relay squad includes Benjamin Azamati, Isaac Botsio, Abdul-Rasheed Saminu, Fuseini Ibrahim, and Joseph Paul Amoah.
Despite Azamati and Saminu not advancing in the men’s 100m finals, they are now concentrating on the relay, where Ghana has historically performed well. The team earned their spot at the World Athletics Relays in the Bahamas.
Team captain Joseph Paul Amoah expressed confidence in their preparation and readiness to perform at Stade de France in Saint-Denis. Their Strasbourg training camp has been crucial for perfecting baton exchanges.
“We’re ready to compete and hope for flawless baton passes. The world is watching, and with God’s help, we aim for success,” Amoah.
Saminu’s decision to skip the men’s 200m race highlights their commitment to the relay. Past disqualifications at events like the 1996 Atlanta Olympics and 2021 World Relays in Poland remind the team of the importance of precision.
Coach Andrew Owusu praised the team’s preparation and recent performances at the African Games, Penn Relays, and African Championships. With ample rest since the men’s 100m semi-finals, the team is set for success in France.
By: Francis Nutsugah (Abrantie Kofi Qross) – Ahotor Sports Quiz
