Cypriot athlete Olivia Fotopoulou achieved a significant milestone at the Paris Olympics by winning the repechage race for the 200m event.
Competing in heat 3, Fotopoulou finished with a time of 22.92 seconds, marking her season’s best performance.
This victory secured her a spot in the semi-finals, advancing further in the competition. The achievement was particularly emotional for Fotopoulou, who was seen in tears after the race.
The semi-final for the women’s 200m event at the Olympics is scheduled for Monday at 10.45pm.
