Nigeria’s track queen, Tobi Amusan, is set to return to the spotlight on Tuesday, June 25, at the Golden Spike meet in Ostrava, Czech Republic, where she will compete in the women’s 100m hurdles. The reigning World Record holder, who…
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Ashe, Ogunlewe, Folawiyo Nigerian speedsters making waves in Europe
Nigerian sprinting sensation Favour Ashe continued his impressive form this season, storming to a Season’s Best (SB) of 10.11s to win his 100m heat at the International Meeting Anhalt in Germany. In the final, Ashe showed even more promise, lowering…
Africans Shine in 2025 men’s 100m rankings.
The 2025 track season is proving to be electric, and Africa is right at the heart of it. In the latest world rankings for the top ten men’s 100m, four African sprinters have surged into the elite list and one…
From Abeokuta to Europe, Nigerian ahletes begin their global journey
In a landmark moment for Nigerian athletics, a group of standout home based athletes has arrived in Europe to compete at the prestigious Athletics Week in Russia, marking the first time many of them will be competing on European soil.Fresh…
Super Eagles begin training in Moscow ahead of friday friendly against Russia
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have officially begun their preparations for the much anticipated international friendly against Russia, scheduled for Friday. The team held their first training session in Moscow on today, marking the start of on ground preparations for…
Zimbabwean duo Charamba and Makarawu blaze Into NCAA Championships in the 200m event.
It was a day of speed, pride, and qualification as Zimbabwe’s sprinting talents lit up the track at the NCAA East Regionals. Makanakaishe Charamba delivered a jaw dropping performance in the men’s 200m, clocking a wind aided 19.79s (+2.4) to…
Team Nigeria assembles elite squad for 2025 world relays in Guangzhou
With eyes firmly set on global glory, Nigeria has unveiled a formidable team for the 2025 World Relays set to hold in Guangzhou, China. The roster features a star studded lineup across the men’s, women’s, and mixed relays, emphasizing Nigeria’s…
Udodi Onwuzurike clocks 20.50s season opener at Tom Jones Invitational
Nigerian sprint sensation and Olympian, Udodi Onwuzurike, opened his 2025 outdoor campaign with a promising 20.50s (-1.0m/s) in the men’s 200m at the Tom Jones Invitational. Competing in the Olympic Development section, the Stanford graduate finished 5th overall in a…
Quadri Aruna, flying the Nigerian flag high at the ITTF World Cup Macao 2025
Veteran Nigerian table tennis icon, Quadri Aruna, made a bold statement at the ITTF World Cup Macao 2025 by opening his campaign with a solid 3-1 victory over Abdel-Kader Salifou. Aruna, ranked 20th in the world and second in Africa,…
Ella Onojuwevwo opens outdoor season with stunning 51.01s
Nigerian quarter miler Ella Onojuwevwo put on an impressive display at the LSU Battle on the Bayou, clocking a season’s best of 51.01s in the women’s 400m to finish second overall. In a tightly contested race, she trailed only Madison…
