Nigeria's D'Tigress Secures First Olympic Win in 20 Years with Victory Over Australia

Nigeria's women's national basketball team, D'Tigress, achieved a significant milestone by defeating Australia's Opals at the Paris Olympics, ending a 20-year drought without an Olympic victory.

In the game, D'Tigress emerged victorious with a score of 75-62, with Ezinne Kalu making a notable impact by scoring 19 points, alongside 5 rebounds, 5 assists, and 3 steals.

This win marks Nigeria's first Olympic triumph since the Athens 2004 Games, where they previously overcame South Korea with a score of 68-64. The performance of D'Tigress was marked by exceptional skill and determination, as they effectively capitalized on Australian turnovers. The team's collective effort was instrumental in achieving this historic win, highlighting their hard work, dedication, and perseverance.