Ghana's first ever representative at the Winter Olympics, Akwasi Frimpong has expressed his delight at participating in the games despite finishing last in the men's skeleton in Pyeongchang, South Korea on Friday.
He trailed home in 30th position over 11 seconds behind eventual winner Yun Sung-bin of South Korea after his third and final run but still felt like a champion.
"I came last but the most important thing is that I won the hearts of the people," said Frimpong, who previously failed to qualify for the Olympics as a sprinter and in bobsleigh.
"The Olympic experience was awesome. I've never been in a place where so many people are cheering you on," he added after becoming only the second athlete from Ghana to compete at a Winter Games.
"You feel like you're a gold medallist, that's how they make you feel each run. It's incredible."
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Despite his last-place finish, he has earned praises Worldwide for his determination to thrive in a sport which is unknown to Ghana and also for his beautiful outfit.