Nigerian sprint sensation, Rosemary Chukwuma, is officially back and in blazing form. Making her first major appearance since turning professional with Nike, Chukwuma delivered a statement performance at the Star Athletics Sprint Series in Florida. She stormed to a Season’s Best (SB) of 11.03s (+0.8), winning her section of the women’s 100m and hitting the automatic qualification standard for the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo. That time not only marked a huge improvement for her this season, but it also sent a clear message that she’s ready to challenge the global elites once again.
Her performance didn’t just secure victory, it placed her in elite company. Rosemary becomes the third Nigerian woman this season to qualify for the women’s 100m at the World Championships, joining Favour Ofili and Tima Godbless. Before this breakout, her recent races had been solid but not yet electrifying, with marks like 11.27s, 11.37s, and a wind-aided 11.08s (+5.6). But now, clocking 11.03s under legal wind conditions resets her status as one of Nigeria’s top sprint prospects heading into a busy international season.
This breakthrough couldn’t have come at a better time for Chukwuma, who has shown resilience and patience while transitioning into the pro circuit. Now representing Nike, her performance signals a new chapter, one where she’s ready to leave a lasting imprint on the global sprinting stage. With the World Championships on the horizon and confidence restored, all eyes will be on Rosemary as she carries Nigeria’s hopes in the women’s 100m.
