The sports headlines in Dakar cover various topics, including athletics at the world championships in Russia, football’s 28th day in Ligue 1, and basketball with the Lions’ preparation for AfroBasket.
In Stades, the focus is on Amy Mbacké Thiam’s elimination in the semi-final of the 400 meters, describing it as Moscow not yet smiling on Senegalese athletics. Lamine Diack, the head of world athletics, also emphasizes that the suspension for doping will now be four years, and stricter sanctions will be implemented from 2015.
Soleil des Sports highlights Amy Mbacké Thiam’s career, noting her world title in 2001 and subsequent achievements, mentioning her age as a factor in her performance.
Observateur, Tous les Sports, and Waa Sports discuss Amy Mbacké Thiam’s 7th place in the 400 meters, citing the quality of opponents and her age as contributing factors.
In football, the newspapers cover the 28th day of Ligue 1, with a focus on Diambars leading the table. Direct Infos warns Diambars to pay attention to OL Ngor, who also aims for the title, while Stades and Soleil mention the potential relegation of GFC, US Gorée, Douanes, and ASSUR.
The regrouping of the Lions in Paris ahead of the friendly match against Zambia is also highlighted, with discussions about the importance of the match for gauging each other.
In basketball, the difficulties in the Lions’ preparation for AfroBasket are discussed. Tribune des Sports mentions Xan D’Almeida’s absence and the coach’s challenges, while Direct Info points out flaws revealed in a friendly match against the Tunisian champions, resulting in a 53-49 defeat.
