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The D’Tigress bowed out against perennial Olympic champions, the USA, losing by just 88-74 points.

“I’m super proud of me. The sky is the limit. I just want to continue to work. My girls will also continue to work, stay healthy, and shine, and I’m just praying that we all just be ready for Los Angeles 2028,” the 32-year-old said.

When asked about her words for kids in Africa, Kalu said, “Keep dreaming, keep going, stay dedicated, and whatever your dreams are, keep working every day and try to focus and achieve them.

“I am a living testimony; I’ve been through so many injuries—ACL, PCL, shoulder—just keep on living and don’t let anybody tell you that your dreams are not worth fighting for.”

Kalu and her teammates stunned Australia 75-62 in their first game before losing 75-54 against France. They rounded off their group stage campaign with a 79-70 win against Canada and made history by advancing to the quarterfinals.

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