Orogot sets sights on Olympic medal after stunning semi-final win

6th August 2024

He now targets to make the 200m final at the Paris Olympics having qualified to the semis on Tuesday at the Stade de France. He clocked 20.32 to finish first in heat 1 of round one to qualify for the semis as he made his debut at the games.

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Tarsis Orogot (left) watches himself on the big screen after his heat during the first round of the men's 200m heats at the Stade de France. Photo by Michael Nsubuga
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About two and a half months ago Tarsis Gracious Orogot shattered his 200m record when he powered to a 19.75 seconds during the SEC Championship in Gainesville, Florida.

He now targets 

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