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Cape Verde at the 2003 All-Africa Games
Sporting event delegation
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Cape Verde competed in the 2003 All-Africa Games held at the National Stadium in the city of Abuja, Nigeria. The country participated with a diverse delegation, including four Taekwondo athletes, one boxer, a soccer team, one long-distance runner, and one sprinter. Of these, only a Taekwondo athlete achieved the distinction of winning a gold medal. This achievement represented the nation's first gold medal in the history of the Africa Games.
Competitors
The 2003 All-Africa Games were held in Nigeria. Events took place at the National Stadium constructed in the city of Abuja for the event.[1] Cape Verde sent a diverse delegation, including four Taekwondo athletes, one boxer, a soccer team, one long-distance runner, and one sprinter. Of these, only a Taekwondo athlete, 21-year old Fredson Gomes, achieved the distinction of winning a gold medal. This achievement represented the nation's first gold medal in the games.[2][3] He entered the men's welterweight in Taekwondo, which was held on 17 October.[4]
Medal summary
List of Medalists
Gold Medal
| Medal | Name | Sport | Event | Date | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Gold | Fredson Gomes | Taekwondo | Welterweight (under 78 kg) | 17 October 2003 | [6] |