Samuel Ogazi Misses Medal in Men’s 400m Final at Paris Olympics
Tunde Williams
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Nigeria’s Samuel Ogazi finished seventh in the men’s 400m final at the Paris Olympics, clocking a time of 44.73 seconds.
Despite not securing a medal, Ogazi continued to impress with yet another sub-45 second performance.
The gold medal was claimed by USA’s Quincy Hall, who delivered a remarkable sprint in the last 50 meters to clinch the title.
Hall recorded a Personal Best of 43.40 seconds, surpassing Matthew Hudson-Smith of Great Britain, who led for much of the race.
Hudson-Smith finished with a European Record of 43.44 seconds, earning the silver medal.
Zambia’s Muzala Samunkonga took home the bronze, setting a new National Record with a time of 43.74 seconds.
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