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Nigeria’s representatives in beach volleyball and table tennis suffered defeats at the ongoing 2026 Summer Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal, BSNSports.com.ng reports.
In beach volleyball, the Nigerian pair of Joy and Pamela lost 2-1 to Japan’s Kato and Nakagawa in a closely contested encounter.
The Japanese duo secured the victory after winning two sets against the Nigerian pair, who managed to claim one set in the encounter.
Meanwhile, Nigeria’s Kuti Matthew and Ojo Favour also suffered defeat in the mixed doubles event of table tennis.
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The Nigerian duo lost 3-1 to Thailand’s Preechayan Thitaphat and Vuttiriyagul Kulapassr, who produced an impressive performance to advance in the competition.
The results represent a setback for Nigeria’s young athletes as they continue their quest for honours at the Dakar 2026 Summer Youth Olympic Games.
The competition, which brings together emerging talents from across the world, provides a platform for young athletes to showcase their abilities on the international stage.
