Nigeria’s Paralympic athletes once again displayed their formidable talent and resilience at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, delivering exceptional performances across various disciplines. Led by powerlifters Folashade Oluwafemiayo and Bose Omolayo, Team Nigeria etched its name in the history books, setting…
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Up-to-date Track and Field events in Nigeria and beyond by the Athletic Heat.
Lima 2024: Gold and glory for Udeme Okon
South Africa has once again asserted its dominance in the men’s 400m on the world stage, as Udeme Okon claimed the coveted title at the World Championships. Following in the footsteps of his compatriot Lythe Pillay, who captured the gold…
Lima 2024: Kerrica Hill leads the pack in 100m Hurdles
Jamaica’s Kerrica Hill has established herself as the frontrunner in the women’s 100m hurdles at the Lima 2024 World Athletics Junior Championships. Hill’s remarkable time of 13.18 seconds in Heat 1 not only secured her spot in the semifinals but…
Lima24: China’s Yuanjiang leads the men’s 110m Hurdles to semis
The World Athletics U20 Championships in Lima, Peru, witnessed thrilling performances in the men’s 110m hurdles heats as the future stars of track and field showcased their talents. Heat 6 saw Yuanjiang Chen of China storm to victory with an…
Lima24: South Africa goes 1 & 3 in Men’s 100m Final
In a display of speed and dominance, South Africa secured both the gold and bronze medals in the Men’s 100m final at the 2024 World Athletics U20 Championships in Lima. Bayanda Walaza emerged as the star of the evening, powering…
Lima 2024: Justina Eyakpobeyan makes 100m finals.
Justina Eyakpobeyan has emerged as the first finalist for Team Nigeria, confidently securing her spot in the women’s 100m final at the World Athletics Junior Championships in Lima. The Nigerian sprinter delivered a strong performance, finishing second in Semifinal 2…
Lima24: Nigerian U20 Mixed Relay squad bows out in heat
In an inspiring display of teamwork and national pride, the Nigerian mixed 4x400m relay team comprising Oseiwe Salami, Odot Effiong Udo, Gafari Badmus, and Favour Onyah delivered a commendable performance, finishing third in their heat with a time of 3:29.59s.…
Nigeria’s U20 Athletics Contingent Primed for Glory at World Championships in Lima
The Nigerian Athletics Federation has announced its 18-member team for the upcoming World U20 Championships, scheduled to take place in Lima, Peru, from August 27-31. Comprising eight male and ten female athletes, the team will compete in a range of…
Letsile Tebogo shocks the world, runs 2nd fastest split in history
Letsile Tebogo made history at the 2024 Paris Olympics by recording a 43.03-second split in the men’s 4x400m relay, the fastest ever by any man at the Olympics and the second-fastest in history, just behind Michael Johnson’s 42.94-second split from…
USA & Botswana battle for victory in men’s 4x400m
In a historic display of speed and teamwork, the Men’s 4x400m Relay final saw the United States claim gold with a staggering time of 2:54.43, setting a new Olympic record. This incredible feat added another chapter to the nation’s rich…
Nigeria’s Sporting Momentum: Highlights Across Football, Basketball, Handball, and Track Events
Nigeria’s sports scene continues to thrive with notable achievements across various disciplines. In football, the…
