It was a day to remember at the ATX Sprint Classic in Texas, led by World Record holder and the Olympic 200m finalist, Favour Ofili who is in sizzling form, clocking a Personal Best of 10.87s (1.9m/s) in her heat, before blazing to an even faster 10.78s (3.1m/s) in the final to win the women’s 100m. This is Ofili first race since her switch to Turkey was circulated in the media, she stormed past an elite field that included Olympic medalist Gabby Thomas, who ran 10.95s, and Kayla White who finished in 10.97s. Nigerian star Rosemary Chukwuma also held her own, running a windy 10.93s (3.9m/s) to win her heat and following up with 10.98s in the final to place 5th. Success Umukoro showed promise as well, finishing 3rd in her heat with 11.43s (2.3m/s).
But while the headlines were dominated by Ofili’s brilliance, one name stirred up just as much admiration Ogho-Oghene Egwero. At 36 years old, the seasoned veteran reminded the world why he remains one of Nigeria’s sprinting treasures. In a heat stacked with younger competition, Egwero blazed through the line in 10.18s (+2.6m/s), comfortably ahead of Adrian Canales (10.25s) and Elijah Morrow (10.34s). Not done yet, the 2008 Olympic relay finalist turned back the clock once more in the final, powering home with a lightning 10.11s (+2.5m/s) his fastest time in years. It was a stunning statement from a man who continues to defy age and redefine longevity in athletics.
Egwero’s performance was not just impressive it was inspirational. In a sport where careers are often fleeting, his consistency and drive continue to elevate him as a role model for the next generation of Nigerian athletes. From national championships to the world stage, Ogho-Oghene Egwero has been a pillar of Nigerian track and field for over a decade. And if this meet is anything to go by, he’s not done yet. At 36, he’s not just participating he’s competing, winning, and writing yet another glorious chapter in his enduring legacy.
