The Ghanaian athlete will move on to the semi-final where he’ll face Ragan Duke from the United States.
Duke eliminated Irish boxer, Kurt Walker, in his quarter-final bout, according toolympics.com.
Also, the first boxing medal since middleweight Prince Amartey, who took the bronze in Munch 1972.
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Source: Briefly News
Thando MpembeThando Mpembe is a sports journalist who has a passion for all things entertainment.
Tokyo 2020: Boxer Samuel Takyi wins Ghana’s first Olympic medal in 29 years. Image: Wilberforce Ebo TaylorSource: UGC
In her spare time, Thando enjoys reading and spending time with family.
She is an advocate for mental health and believes that a healthy body starts with a healthy mind.
Thando holds an Honours Degree in Journalism from the University of Johannesburg.
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Email: thando.mpembe@briefly.co.za
