Paris, August 04, 2024, The Europe Today: Moroccan track and field star Noura Ennadi has advanced to the semifinals of the women’s 400-meter hurdles at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The 25-year-old athlete secured her spot by finishing second in her heat with a time of 55.26 seconds, trailing behind the reigning Olympic champion and world record holder, American Sydney McLaughlin.
Born on April 5, 1999, Ennadi has established herself as a prominent figure in Moroccan athletics. Her career highlights include winning gold in the 400m hurdles at the 2021 Islamic Solidarity Games in Konya, Turkiye, and bronze at the 2022 African Championships in Mauritius. She also claimed silver at the 2023 African Games in Accra.
Ennadi’s achievements extend beyond the African continent. She has earned multiple medals at the Mediterranean Games and the Francophone Games, including a gold medal in the 400m hurdles at the 2023 Francophone Games in Kinshasa. Her personal best in the event stands at 54.37 seconds, achieved in Madrid in 2023.
In addition to her success in the 400m hurdles, Ennadi has shown versatility by competing in the 100m hurdles and the 4x400m relays. She has consistently ranked among the top athletes in Morocco and competed in the 2023 World Athletics Championships, where she advanced to the semifinals.
The semifinals of the women’s 400m hurdles at the Paris 2024 Olympics are scheduled for Tuesday, August 6, at 7 p.m. local time. As of now, no Moroccan athlete has secured an Olympic medal in the ongoing Games, but hopes remain high as the competitions continue.
Noura Ennadi’s impressive performance and her journey to the semifinals reflect her dedication and the growing prominence of Moroccan athletes on the global stage.
