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Yemisi Ogunleye: Learn more about German-Nigerian Olympic Golden Girl


Yemisi Ogunleye Olympic Gold Medalist

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In an exhilarating finale at the Stade de France on Friday 9th August 2024, 25-year-old Yemisi Ogunleye made history by winning the gold medal in the womenā€™s shot put event at the 2024 Paris Olympics with a remarkable throw of 20 meters, Ogunleye outshone a strong field of finalists, including New Zealandā€™s Maddison-Lee Wesche, who took silver, and Chinaā€™s Song Jiayuan, who claimed bronze.

Yemisi Ogunleye in Paris ringing the Olympic Champion Bell | Via: NRTC Library

Who is Yemisi Ogunleye?

Ogunleye was born in Germersheim, Germany and grew up in the village of Bellheim to a German mother and a Yoruba Nigerian father from Omuooke in Ekiti State.

Yemisi Ogunleye with her father.
Yemisi Ogunleye with her father, Mr Samson Ogunleye of Omuooke, Ekiti State, Nigeria. | Photo Credit: Instagram

During a post-victory interview, Yemisi proudly celebrated her Nigerian heritage, specifically her Ekiti roots, singing a gospel song in Yoruba. This moment showcased her diverse background and talents, as she is also a gospel singer.

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of Rapid Broadcasting Network discussed and analysed Team Nigeria’s Performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics and the way forward for Nigeria as a sporting nation.

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Yemisi Ogunleye: The joy and excitement of winning an Olympic Gold | Via: NRTC Library

Career Milestone

Ogunleyeā€™s triumph at the Olympics marks a milestone, as she becomes the first German athlete to win the shot put event in 28 years, since the Atlanta 1996 Olympics. Ogunleyeā€™s victory is a testament to her unique cultural blend and exceptional athletic prowess.

Personal Life

Yemisi is also a gospel singer hence the reason the CBS reporter asked if she could sing a song after her victory. She sang beautifully to honour and praise God on the Olympic stage after winning the gold medal in her Shot Put event.


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