The 2024 Paris Olympic Games have commenced after extensive preparations.
Around 10,500 athletes from 206 National Olympic Committees converged in Paris last month to compete for medals across various sports.
Kenya boasts a formidable team of 81 athletes spanning six disciplines: 45 in track and field, 15 in rugby, 16 in volleyball, along with two judokas, two swimmers, and a fencer.
However, Kenya’s national boxing team, the Hit Squad, faced a setback as they failed to qualify for the Games for the first time in 60 years.
In recent years, Kenyan boxers have struggled internationally, often returning without titles or honors, marking a stark decline from their past dominance.
Antony Ombok, President of the Boxing Federation of Kenya, acknowledged these challenges, pledging measures to revive the team’s performance.
Despite these setbacks, Kenya remains optimistic about future competitions, aiming to reclaim its boxing legacy on the global stage.
Efforts to rejuvenate the team’s fortunes have been met with mixed results, prompting calls for reforms within the federation and greater support for the sport.
With ongoing discussions about including professional boxers in national teams, the federation hopes to enhance Kenya’s competitive edge in international tournaments.
