Another tough day on the track for Team Namibia at Deaflympics

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2025-11-21

TOKYO, 18 November 2025 - Namibian sprinter with a hearing impairment Shayla Haihambo pictured at the finished line at the Komazawa Olympic Park General Sports Ground Athletic Field in Tokyo, Japan during the 100m heats at the 2025 Deaflympic Games. (Photo by: Hesron Kapanga) NAMPA

By Hesron Kapanga
TOKYO, 21 NOV (NAMPA) - Day seven of the Deaflympic Games in Tokyo proved difficult for Team Namibia, as the athletes continued to battle for form as the competition intensified in the 200-metre sprints.
Team Namibia, making its maiden appearance at the multi-sport event for deaf and hard-of-hearing athletes, is represented by 10 competitors - eight in track and field and two in judo. The 2025 Games are underway in the Japanese...

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TOKYO, 18 November 2025 - Namibian sprinter with a hearing impairment Elifas Nghikevali while in action at the Komazawa Olympic Park General Sports Ground Athletic Field in Tokyo, Japan during the 400m heats at the 2025 Deaflympic Games. (Photo by: Hesron Kapanga) NAMPA

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