Thirteen-year-old swimmer Michelle Ibidapo, a student of The Grange School, Ikeja, has clinched gold in the 1,500m women’s freestyle at the ongoing Ogun 2024 National Sports Festival, representing Team Oyo
Michelle first came into the spotlight at the National Youth Games in Asaba, and has since risen swiftly through Nigeria’s sports development system to claim top honors at the country’s premier multi-sport event.
Reflecting on her win in Shagamu, Michelle said:
“Coming into this competition, I was focused. I had my mind on winning a medal, even though I wasn’t sure what colour. During the last lap, I reminded myself to stay focused, and by the end, it turned into gold.”
Her triumph underscores the effectiveness of the Youth Games in discovering talent and creating a clear path for young athletes to rise and succeed on the national stage.
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