Nigeria’s D’Tigress made history after winning their first-ever game at the Paris 2024 Olympics by beating Australia on Monday morning.
D’Tigress finally won a game at the Olympics after beating Australia 75-62 in the opening game.
They were unfancied heading into the game but sprung a surprise result to kick-start their campaign.
Ezzine Kalu, who plies her trade in France, oozed class on the court, scoring 19 points.
Nigeria recovered from a slow start to win the first quarter 18-17.
They had an even better second quarter, winning 23-11.
D’Tigress will next play hosts France before wrapping up their group-stage campaign against Canada on August 4.
Paris 2024 Olympic: Nigeria’s D’Tigress makes history after winning first game
