Equatorial Guinea at the 2000 Summer Olympics

Equatorial Guinea competed at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia.

Swimmer Eric Moussambani achieved international fame when he struggled through a 100 metre swim, alone in the pool after the other two competitors were disqualified. Moussambani had never swum in an Olympic-sized pool before, and received strong support from spectators for his efforts, followed by media coverage, noting his unusual situation and praising his courage., The Times, September 19, 2000 Paula Barila Bolopa attracted similar interest and support.

Results by event

Athletics

Men's 1,500m

• Jose Luis Ebatela Nvo
1. Round 1 - 4:06.14 (→ did not advance, 40th place)

Women's 100m

• Mari Paz Mosanga Motanga
1. Round 1 - 12.91 (→ did not advance, 75th place)

Swimming

Men's 100m Freestyle

• Eric Moussambani
1. Preliminary Heat - 1:52.72 (→ did not advance, 71st place)

Women's 50m Freestyle

• Paula Barila Bolopa
1. Preliminary Heat - 1:03.97 (→ did not advance, 73rd place)

References

• Wallechinsky, David (2004). The Complete Book of the Summer Olympics (Athens 2004 Edition). Toronto, Canada. ISBN 1-894963-32-6.
• International Olympic Committee (2001). . Retrieved 11/12/05.
• Sydney Organising Committee for the Olympic Games (2001). . Retrieved 11/20/05.
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