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…
Track and Field
Up-to-date Track and Field events in Nigeria and beyond by the Athletic Heat.
Ajayi hits World Champs standard with 9.96s as Okon clocks 10.07s
Kanyinsola Ajayi has lit up the track at the prestigious Tom Jones Memorial in Florida, storming to a jaw dropping Personal Best (PB) of 9.96s (1.9m/s) to win the men’s 100m. Opening his 2025 season in emphatic fashion, Ajayi didn’t…
Tima Godbless clocks 22.55s to qualify for World Championships at Tom Jones Invitational
Nigeria’s rising sprint star, Tima Godbless, delivered a sentilenting performance at the Tom Jones Invitational in Florida, storming to a new collegiate best of 22.55s (-0.3) to win Heat 1 of the women’s 200m. In doing so, she officially punched…
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…
Favour Ofili opens 2025 season with blistering 22.34s
Nigerian sprint queen and Olympian, Favour Ofili, launched her 2025 outdoor campaign in sensational style, clocking a season opening 22.34s (+0.2) in the women’s 200m at the Tom Jones Invitational. Running from lane 7 in a star studded heat that…
Ogho Oghene Egwero turns back the clock with blistering 10.29s win at Jet Relays 2025
Nigerian sprint legend Ogho Oghene Egwero is far from done. At 36, the veteran sprinter stormed to victory in the men’s 100m at the Jet Relays 2025 in Fort Worth, Texas, clocking an impressive 10.29s (4.3) Competing against collegiate athletes,…
Jennifer Obi’s electrifying comeback, from setbacks to sprinting glory in Uyo
Jennifer Obi lit up the track at the Niger Delta Sports Festival in Uyo, delivering a performance that strengthen her place among Nigeria’s rising sprint stars. After clocking a personal best of 11.43 seconds in the heats, she returned with…
Ashe Favour Claims 100m Glory at Niger Delta Sports Festival in Uyo
Two time Olympian and sprint sensation Ashe Favour stormed to victory at the 2025 Niger Delta Sports Festival in Uyo, marking a significant season opener. With ease and elegance, he clocked 10.21 seconds in the heats, barely breaking a sweat.…
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…
Rosemary Chukwuma Begins Outdoor Season with a Windy 11.08s
Nigerian sprint sensation Rosemary Chukwuma opened her outdoor campaign in style at the LSU Battle on the Bayou, storming to victory in the women’s 100m with a time of 11.08s (+5.6). Despite the strong tailwind, her performance signaled a strong…
Eric Chelle unveils provisional 31 Man Squad for Nigeria’s World Cup Qualifiers
The head coach of the Super Eagles, Eric Chelle, has unveiled his provisional 31 man…
