Benin at the 2008 Summer Olympics
| Benin at the 2008 Summer Olympics | |
|---|---|
| IOC code | BEN |
| NOC | Benin National Olympic and Sports Committee |
| in Beijing | |
| Competitors | 5 in 3 sports |
| Flag bearer | Fabienne Feraez |
| Medals |
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| Summer Olympics appearances (overview) | |
Benin took part in the 2008 Summer Olympics which were held in Beijing, China from 8 to 24 August 2008. The country's participation at Beijing marked its eighth consecutive appearance in the summer Olympics since its debut in 1972, and its ninth Olympic appearance ever. The Benin delegation included five athletes in 2008, participating in three sports: athletics, swimming and taekwondo. Fabienne Feraez, a sprinter, was selected as the flag bearer for the opening ceremony. None of the Benin athletes progressed further than the heat round.