Barbara Maria dos Santos Faces Defeat in Women's 66kg Boxing Prelims at Paris 2024

On August 1, 2024, the Women's 66kg boxing preliminaries saw intense competition at the North Paris Arena. Brazilian boxer Barbara Maria dos Santos faced off against Nien Chin Chen from Chinese Taipei in a highly anticipated Round of 16 match.

The bout began with both athletes showcasing their skills and determination. However, it was Nien Chin Chen who took control, displaying superior technique and strategy. Chen earned a decisive victory with a score of 5 points to dos Santos’s 0, showcasing her prowess in the ring. All five judges scored the match in favor of Chen, with unanimous scores of 30-27 across the board.

Barbara Maria dos Santos, seeded 3rd in the event, fought valiantly but ultimately could not secure a win. Hailing from Brazil, dos Santos is known for her resilience, but on this day, she faced a formidable opponent in Chen, who demonstrated exceptional boxing skills.

The match took place in front of an enthusiastic crowd at the North Paris Arena, which added to the electric atmosphere of the competition. Despite her defeat, dos Santos remains an athlete to watch in future events, while Chen advances to the next round, continuing her quest for Olympic glory.

With the competition heating up, boxing fans are eagerly awaiting the next phases of the tournament and how athletes like Nien Chin Chen will perform as they move closer to the podium.