Nigeriaβs Eniola Bolaji has emerged champion of the Womenβs SL3 category at the Peru Para Badminton International 2026.
The Paralympic Games bronze medallist defeated Kauana Beckenkamp of Brazil 2-0 (21-12, 21-12) in a one-sided final on Sunday, August 9, 2026.
The world number 2 began her campaign by pummelling Brazilβs Maria Da Silva Abinaecia 2-0 (21-7, 21-6) in the first round before humbling Gabriela Montero of Croatia 2-0 (21-2, 21-1) in the second round.
The multiple African champion then crushed Maria Rojas Peres of Mexico 2-0 (21-6, 21-9) in the semifinal before overcoming Beckenkamp in the final.
Speaking after the victory, President of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria, Francis Orbih commended Eniola Bolaji for bouncing back strongly from her performance at the British and Irish International last June.
Orbih said Bolajiβs performance in Peru had demonstrated her consistency and ability to overcome challenges.
He said: βThis performance has once again proven Eniolaβs consistency and her ability to overcome challenges. She has shown great character and determination to bounce back strongly.β
He added that the Peru International is part of Bolajiβs preparations for the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games.
He said: βThe Peru International is part of our build-up to the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games, and performances like this are very encouraging as we continue with the preparations.β
Orbih also acknowledged the immense contributions of GIG Logistics, Yonex and the National Sports Commission to Bolajiβs progress.
βWe appreciate the immense contributions of GIG Logistics, Yonex and the National Sports Commission to Eniolaβs progression. Their support has been invaluable to her development and success.β
