"I promise that we will symbolize our country with dignity and fight to our last breath," Gjakova declared at the Kosovar Olympic team's meeting with the government, led by President Osmani.

Nora Gjakova understands the significance of the Olympics. In the last edition, Tokyo 2020, held in Japan, the young athlete won the gold medal, surprising everyone. This week, Nora and her teammates embark on their journey to the French capital, aiming to repeat the feat.

The southeastern European country will be represented by nine athletes in the following disciplines: judo, athletics, boxing, and swimming. Besides the flag-bearing siblings, the Kosovar Olympic roster includes Distria Krasniqi, Laura Fazliu, Loriana Kuka, and Akil Gjakova.

Hopes are high for all the athletes, who have shown great talent and presence in their competitions. Particularly, Krasniqi and Gjakova, current Olympic champions, aspire to carry Kosovo on their shoulders. Boxer Donjeta Sadiku also has a winning streak. Additionally, swimmers Adell Shabovic and Hana Beiqi, as well as athlete Gresa Bakrraci, will participate by invitation.

The event was also attended by Prime Minister Albin Kurti, the head of the Kosovo Olympic Committee Ismet Krasniqi, and various members of Kosovo's sports leadership. Prime Minister Kurti commented that all competitors are "medal candidates."

Kurti also hoped that the judokas would continue the streak of successes achieved so far, predicting "great passion and hard work" from the entire expedition. With the motto "Golden Europeans," the youngest country in the old continent aspires to win more medals in Paris, with the Gjakova siblings at the forefront.