Divine sports personality Yemisi Ogunleye, European bronze medalist, voices her faith: "God is good, always and eternally."
In the bustling city of Rome, German athlete Yemisi Ogunleye made history as she clinched the bronze medal in the shot put competition at the European Championships. With a throw of 18.62 metres, Ogunleye added another accolade to her growing list of achievements.
Before the start of the competition, Ogunleye shared her excitement on social media, expressing her faith and trust in God. "I will be competing in my first European Championships. Super excited about this championship and what God has in store for me. His way is better than ours," she posted. After her victory, she expressed her gratitude, "Thank you for the many prayers - Is God good? All the time!"
Ogunleye's bronze medal at the European Championships marks her third medal of her career. She previously won two silver medals: at the World Indoor Championships in Glasgow in March 2024 and at the European Games in Krakow in 2023. Currently, she is ranked ninth in the women's shot put world rankings.
The top 8 athletes in the women's shot put world rankings, likely considered favorites for the Paris 2024 Olympics, include Jessica Schilder (Netherlands, 20.29 m), Chase Jackson (USA, 20.21 m), Maddison-Lee Wesche (New Zealand, 20.06 m), and Yemisi Ogunleye (Germany, 19.33 m). The remaining names are not fully specified but are presumed to be among the top performers exceeding 18-metre throws.
Apart from her athletic pursuits, Ogunleye is deeply committed to her Christian faith. She often shares Bible verses on her social media platforms, such as the passage she recently shared from Proverbs 3:5-6, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."
Ogunleye's faith extends beyond her social media presence. She is an active member of a gospel choir in Karlsruhe.
As Ogunleye prepares for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, she is expected to be one of the leading names to watch in the shot put category, with the expectation of winning her first Olympic metal.
Evangelical Focus, an online platform that published an article about Ogunleye under the sections "life" and "tech," is also facing a sustainability challenge ahead. The platform invites those across Europe and beyond to join its mission and learn more about the #OneMoreYearEF campaign.
As Ogunleye continues to excel in her athletic career and remain steadfast in her faith, she serves as an inspiration to many, both on and off the field.
