14.000-Kilometer-Reise
Out after 5 seconds – but Olympic hearts won
At just 15 years old, Nera Tiebwa has fulfilled her dream of taking part in the Olympics. However, the woman from Kiribati had to admit defeat after just five seconds against the Ukrainian world-class athlete Daria Bilodid in the judo class up to 57 kilograms.
Nera Tiebwa had traveled more than 14,000 kilometers to get here. She was the only woman in the Kiribati selection to carry her country's flag at the opening ceremony. It was a dream come true for the young athlete.
Quick exit
On Monday, she started the Olympic tournament against the strong Ukrainian Daria Bilodid. However, the fight was over after just five seconds. "Ippon" was the referee's verdict.
Nevertheless, it was an experience that she will probably never forget. And the lone fighter from Kiribati has also won numerous hearts along the way. "She can be proud of herself," is the tenor on the net.
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