Yang Wenlu Dominates Women's 60kg Boxing Prelims in Paris 2024

In a stunning display of skill and determination, Yang Wenlu of China emerged victorious in the Women's 60kg boxing preliminaries at the 2024 Paris Olympics, defeating Vietnam's Ha Thi Linh. The match, held on July 29, 2024, at the North Paris Arena, showcased Yang's exceptional talent as she dominated the bout from the very beginning.

Yang, the top seed in the competition, entered the ring with confidence, displaying her tactical prowess and powerful punches. Throughout the three rounds, she showcased her superior boxing skills, earning points for her accurate strikes and strategic movements. The judges unanimously awarded her the victory, with scores of 30-29, 30-28, and a clean sweep of 29-28 from all five judges, highlighting her dominance in the match.

In contrast, Ha Thi Linh fought valiantly but struggled to keep up with Yang's intensity and precision. Despite her best efforts, she was unable to secure a single point in the match, resulting in a disappointing exit from the competition.

The match was officiated by a team of experienced referees and judges from around the world, including Emerson Alejandro Pastor Arreaga from Guatemala, Pavel Pavlov from Bulgaria, Antonin Gaspar from Czechia, Muhammad Pohan from Indonesia, Shawn Reese from the USA, and Kim Jongjin from Korea.

With this victory, Yang Wenlu advances to the quarterfinals, where she will continue her quest for Olympic glory. Fans are eagerly anticipating her next bout, as she aims to bring home a medal for China in this prestigious competition. The Women's 60kg event promises to be a thrilling showcase of talent and determination as the world's best female boxers compete for Olympic honors.