Maddison-Lee Wesche claimed the silver medal in a thrilling women’s shot put final at the Paris 2024 Olympics this morning. 

Yemisi Ogunleye of Germany emerged as the ultimate champion, but not before a nail-biting battle with Wesche for the top spot. 

For most of the final, Wesche held the lead. However, Ogunleye had a remarkable final round throw, stealing the lead from the Kiwi athlete.

Piney caught up with Wesche for a chat about her incredible achievement.

She told him that she’s pretty happy, liking the feeling of throwing a personal best at the Olympics and getting a silver medal, though she would’ve liked the gold.

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Maddison-Lee Wesche claimed the silver medal in a thrilling women’s shot put final at the Paris 2024 Olympics this morning.  
Yemisi Ogunleye of Germany emerged as the ultimate champion, but not before a nail-biting battle with Wesche for the top spot.  
For most of the final, Wesche held the lead. However, Ogunleye had a remarkable final round throw, stealing the lead from the Kiwi athlete. 
Piney caught up with Wesche for a chat about her incredible achievement. 
She told him that she’s pretty happy, liking the feeling of throwing a personal best at the Olympics and getting a silver medal, though she would’ve liked the gold. 
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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine on Newstalk ZB brings you all the action and reaction to the sporting weekend.

Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

Maddi Wesche: Olympic Silver medallist on her success in the women's shot put

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