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. 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. He entered the men's welterweight in Taekwondo, which was held on 17 October.
Medal summary Cape Verde won a gold medal. It was their first in the history of the games.
Medal table Sport Gold Silver BronzeTotal Taekwondo 1 0 0 1 Total 1 0 0 1
List of Medalists
Gold Medal MedalNameSportEventDateRef Fredson Gomes Taekwondo Welterweight (under 78 kg) 17 October 2003
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