Buse Naz Cakiroglu Triumphs in Women's 50kg Quarterfinal at Paris 2024

The Women's 50kg quarterfinals at the Paris 2024 Olympics showcased an electrifying bout between Türkiye's Buse Naz Cakiroglu and Finland's Pihla Kaivo-oja on August 3, 2024. Cakiroglu, entering the ring as the No. 3 seed, demonstrated her skill and determination, ultimately winning the match by points with a score of 5-0.

From the outset, Cakiroglu, donning red, exhibited superior technique and strategy against her opponent, Kaivo-oja, who represented Finland in blue. The judges unanimously favored Cakiroglu, granting her straight scores of 30 across the board, highlighting her dominance throughout the fight.

The event took place at the North Paris Arena, a venue that has become a hub for thrilling Olympic boxing competitions. Cakiroglu’s victory not only secures her a place in the semifinals but also adds to Türkiye's growing reputation in the sport.

Pihla Kaivo-oja, despite her loss, showcased commendable resilience and sportsmanship, and she will undoubtedly return stronger in future competitions. Official refereeing was provided by a diverse panel of judges from various countries, ensuring a fair contest.

As the competition progresses, all eyes will now turn to Cakiroglu as she prepares for the next phase of the tournament, with hopes of bringing home an Olympic medal for Türkiye.