Ese Brume has set a new Games Record of 7.00m as she reclaimed title she won eight years ago in Glasgow, Scotland, Daily Dates Nigeria reports.

Ese, who is a World Athletics championships silver medallist, was not in the Gold Coast, Australia, to defend her title four years ago but she has done it now in Birmingham.

Before now, the previous Games Record for the Women’s Long Jump was 6.97m set by Australia’s Bronwyn Thompson on home ground,Melbourne in 2006.

Earlier today, Ese’s compatriot, Tobi Amusan, won gold in the 100M Hurdle, a feat she also attained in a spectacular fashion – also setting a new Games Record.

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Nigeria lost 84-65 to Australia in the opening game of Group B in the men’s basketball event at the ongoing Tokyo Olympics.

Mike Brown’s starting five was led by Vincent Gabe Nnamdi, the team’s captain, followed by the formidable quartet of Josh Okogie, Miye Oni, Chikezie Okpala, and Precious Achiuwa

D’Tigers recovered from an initial 19-12 deficit to finish the first quarter 23 all.

The newly-crowned NBA champion, Jordan Nwora gave a brilliant three-pointer and Obi Emegano intensified the resurgence.

Errors by D’Tigers at free throws gave the Boomers an edge at the second quarter 43-40.

Although Nigerians began the third quarter on the backpedal, a series of brilliant defensive showings by Achiuwa limited the Australians.

D’Tigers poor offensive plays, however, made them lose the quarter 58-52.

Australia who entered the final quarter with great intent, established their dominance on the match as they netted 26 points to earn an 84-65 victory over D’Tigers.

Nigeria will hope for better performance on Wednesday, as they face Germany in the second group game.

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