Uganda has officially announced its lineup for the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympic Games, showcasing a formidable team of athletes poised to compete across various disciplines. Led by star athlete Joshua Cheptegei, the squad includes a mix of seasoned veterans and promising newcomers set to represent the country on the global stage.
Athletics
Men:
- Tarsis Gracious Orogot (200m)
- Tom Dradriga (800m)
- Jacob Kiplimo (5000m/10000m)
- Joshua Cheptegei (5000m/10000m)
- Oscar Chelimo (5000m)
- Martin Magengo Kiprotich (10000m)
- Leonard Chemutai (3000m Steeplechase)
- Victor Kiplangat (Marathon)
- Stephen Kissa (Marathon)
- Andrew Rotich Kwemoi (Marathon)
Women:
- Halimah Nakaayi (800m)
- Winnie Nanyondo (1500m)
- Joy Cheptoyek (5000m/10000m)
- Esther Chebet (5000m)
- Belinda Chemutai (5000m)
- Sarah Chelangat (10000m)
- Annet Chemengich Chelangat (10000m)
- Peruth Chemutai (3000m Steeplechase)
- Stella Chesang (Marathon)
- Mercyline Chelangat (Marathon)
- Rebecca Cheptegei (Marathon)
Swimming
- Gloria Muzito (100m Freestyle)
- Jesse Ssengonzi (100m Butterfly)
Cycling
- Charles Kagimu (Men’s Road Race)
Rowing
- Kathleen Grace Noble (Single Scull Rowing)
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Kataha Museveni, presided over the send-off ceremony, emphasizing the athletes’ preparedness and urging them to strive for excellence. With departures scheduled for July 23rd and the Games commencing on July 26th, Team Uganda is geared up to showcase their prowess and make their mark at the prestigious event in Paris.
