Japan remains at the top of the overall medal table for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games (YOG), while Egypt continues to lead among African nations, following further events held
on Thursday.
The Japanese competitors excelled in swimming, with Mana Ishikawa taking the gold in the women’s 50m breaststroke. Japan also shone in table tennis, where Ryusei Kawakami won the men’s singles title after defeating Colombia’s Emanuel Otalvaro (4-2) in the final; Kawakami had
previously secured a win in the mixed doubles event.
China, currently second in the overall standings, also made its mark on the day’s events, claiming gold in the men’s 50m breaststroke and victory in the women’s street skateboarding competition.
Russia holds third position, while Egypt maintains its status as the top-performing African delegation, ahead of other nations from the continent.
Senegal, the host nation, also appears on the medal table, thanks to a bronze medal won by Matar Diop in the men’s under-66kg judo category.
Competition continues on Friday with a packed schedule, including 3×3 basketball, swimming, archery, triathlon, and equestrian sports.
Events will take place across Dakar, Diamniadio, and Saly.
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