By Simon Asare, GNA Special Correspondent
Glasgow (Scotland), July 29, GNA — Ghanaian boxer Desmond Pappoe has withdrawn from his quarter-final bout at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after being ruled medically unfit to compete, the Commonwealth Games Association (CGA) of Ghana said on Wednesday.
Pappoe had been scheduled to face Canada’s Joshua Ofori for a place in the semi-finals and a guaranteed medal.
In a statement, the CGA said the decision followed a comprehensive medical assessment by Team Ghana’s medical personnel.
“Following a comprehensive medical examination by Team Ghana’s medical personnel, Desmond has been declared medically unfit to compete,” the association said.
It added that the withdrawal was made after consultations involving the medical team, coaches and Games officials, with the athlete’s health and long-term wellbeing taking priority.
The CGA expressed its support for Pappoe and praised his efforts in qualifying for and preparing for the Games.
The association said it expected the boxer to make a full recovery and return to international competition in the future.
“Team Ghana remains focused on delivering strong performances across all disciplines at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games,” the statement added.
GNA
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