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Isaac Zebra Ssenyange Junior, charted a smooth course to the next round, the fortunes of Grace Nankinga and Jonathan Kyobe took a somber turn with losses in their respective bouts.
The inaugural day for the Boxing qualifiers for the 2024 Olympics in Paris, brought a mix of hope and disappointment at the Dakar Arena in Diamniadio in the heart of Dakar, Senegal.
Isaac Zebra Ssenyange Junior, charted a smooth course to the next round, the fortunes of Grace Nankinga and Jonathan Kyobe took a somber turn with losses in their respective bouts.
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Ssenyange's journey to the next round proved surprisingly effortless, as his opponent from South Sudan failed to make an appearance, granting him a walkover.
In the women's 50 Kg category, Nankinga faced a formidable opponent in Tanzanian boxer Yusufu Zulfa Macho.
The bout saw Macho secure a unanimous victory, with all five judges ruling in her favor with scores of 29-28, 30-27, 30-27, 29-28, and 29-28.
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09:39 - 10.09.2023
OPINION It is ok to blame Micho, but let us start with those we give our taxes
As a country that does not have any stadium that meets the minimum standards to host an AFCON Qualifiers match, what are you going to do at the AFCON? What business do you have there?
The bout was officiated by referee Shawn Kale Reese from the United States of America (USA).
Macho's next challenge will be Nigerian boxer Adeola Oysiji Omowunmi, who advanced to the next round with a bye.
In the 57 Kg category, Jonathan Kyobe had a tough battle against Mozambique's Rogoberto Armando Sigauque, ultimately leading to Kyobe's defeat.
The Ugandan boxing contingent in Dakar also includes Joshua Tukamuhebwa (63.5 Kg), Musa Shadir Bwogi (80 Kg), and Shafik Fathia Mawanda (51 Kg).
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20:03 - 09.09.2023
FOOTBALL Micho to continue as Uganda Cranes coach
Despite the controversy surrounding Micho's tenure, early indications show that he will stay on as Uganda Cranes coach through upcoming challenges on the international stage including the CHAN and 2026 World Cup Qualifiers.
Guiding the team are three coaches: Lawrence Kalyango, Hassan Khalil Mukungu, and Mercy Mukankusi.
The event features 235 athletes from 42 countries, all vying for the coveted 18 quota places for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
Of these, eleven slots are designated for women, and seven for men, making every bout a crucial step towards Olympic qualification.
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