Germany’s Ogunleye seals gold in women’s shot put with last-minute throw
In a dramatic finish at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Germany’s Yemisi Ogunleye clinched the gold medal in the women’s shot put on August 9, 2024. Ogunleye’s winning throw of 20.00 meters, delivered in her final attempt, secured her position at the top of the podium.
The competition was intense, with New Zealand’s Maddison-Lee Wesche finishing just behind Ogunleye. Wesche’s best throw measured 19.86 meters, placing her in second. Song Jiayuan of China earned the bronze with a throw of 19.32 meters.
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Ogunleye’s final throw was a standout performance in the women’s shot put final, held at Stade de France in Saint-Denis, north of Paris. Her remarkable achievement highlights a significant moment for German athletics at the Games.
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