Tokyo Olympics | 'Unathletic' Sena Irie wins maiden gold for Japan in women's boxing
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Her victory would encourage others who felt they weren't talented at sports, says ‘Irie-wani’
Japan's self-described "unathletic" Sena Irie upset featherweight world champion Nesthy Petecio of the Philippines to take Olympic gold by unanimous decision on Tuesday, August 3, 2021, delivering the host nation's maiden medal in women's boxing. The 20-year-old university student looked light on her feet as she peppered Petecio with jabs and capped the third round with a convincing combination. Yet the woman nicknamed Irie-wani — Japanese word for saltwater crocodile — said she was not a natural athlete, adding she hoped her victory would encourage others who felt they weren't talented at sports.More Related News