Ghanaian swimmer Harry Stacey to make Olympic debut today

Ghana will make its first appearance at the 2024 Olympic Games on Tuesday, July 30, with swimmer Harry Stacey set to compete in the men’s 100m freestyle event.

This marks Stacey’s first-ever appearance at the Olympics, highlighting a significant milestone for Ghanaian athletes.

Stacey will take to the pool at 9:27 GMT in Heat 4 of the competition. As Ghana’s top-ranked swimmer, having excelled at the African Games, Stacey qualified through a wildcard slot, adding a historic dimension to his participation.

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“I’m so excited and honestly I can’t wait. I feel amazing,” Stacey said ahead of the race. “Competitors don’t scare me. I know my place. I’m trying to get faster.

“Calm. I’m used to water. Water knows me and I know water. We are best friends. Once I start racing, I’m happy.”

Ghanaian swimmer Harry Stacey is aiming to set a new national record in the men’s 100m freestyle event 🏊🏽‍♂️

He is set to make his #OlympicGames debut on Tuesday morning when he competes in the heats.#3SportsGH pic.twitter.com/icENYrdMre

— #3Sports (@3SportsGh) July 29, 2024

Stacey aims to achieve a personal best and set a national record. His participation underscores a growing presence for Ghana in the Olympic swimming arena, with Stacey being the second male swimmer to represent the country after Abeiku Jackson.