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Ethiopian Runner Shewarge Alene Dies at Age 30
Ethiopian long-distance runner Shewarge Alene has died at the age of 30, the organisers of the Stockholm Marathon have confirmed.…
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Nathaniel Sets Nigerian Record in 400m Hurdles Final as Benjamin Finally Wins World Title
Nigeria’s Ezekiel Nathaniel narrowly missed out on a medal in the men’s 400m hurdles final in Tokyo but left the…
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Kambundji Surprised and Proud After Beating Amusan to Win World Title
Swiss hurdler Ditaji Kambundji said she was surprised but proud after beating Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan to win gold in the…
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Tobi Amusan Proud to Represent Nigeria After World Championship Silver
Tobi Amusan says she feels proud and honoured to represent Nigeria after winning a silver medal in the women’s 100m…
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Tobi Amusan Wins Silver Medal In World Athletics Championship 100m Hurdles
Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan has won the silver medal in the women’s 100m hurdles at the Tokyo 2025 World Championships, her…
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Kanyinsola Ajayi breaks 18-years Nigerian Curse after reaching World Athletics Championships 100m Final
Nigeria’s sprinting revival has taken a historic leap forward as Kanyinsola Ajayi stormed into the men’s 100m final at the…
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World Athletics Championships 2025: What to Expect in Tokyo
The 2025 World Athletics Championships land in Tokyo, Japan from September 13 to 21, bringing the world’s top athletes to…
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Nigerian Athletics President Says Ofili’s Move to Turkey Is About Money
The President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Tonobok Okowa, has said that sprinter Favour Ofili switched to represent…
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“Why I Am Dumping Nigeria for Turkey” – Favour Ofili Speaks Out
Nigerian-born sprint star Favour Ofili has confirmed she is switching nationality from Nigeria to Turkey, citing repeated neglect and poor…
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Nigeria’s Ezekiel Nathaniel Breaks National Record at Diamond League in Poland, Amusan, Ofili Shine
At the Silesia Diamond League meet in Poland, Nigeria’s Ezekiel Nathaniel made headlines by setting a new national record in…
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Grace Nwokocha Free to Compete Again After Three-Year Doping Ban
Nigerian sprinter Grace Nwokocha has completed a three-year ban for a doping offence and can now return to international competition.…
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Favour Ofili Dumps Nigeria For Turkey, AFN Blames “Inadequate Funding”
Favour Ofili has switched allegiance from Nigeria, deepening the ongoing crisis of talent flight in the country’s athletics scene. Ofili’s…
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World Athletics Requires Gender Test for Tobi Amusan and Other Female Athletes
World Athletics has announced a new rule that all female athletes, including Nigeria’s star hurdler Tobi Amusan, must take a…
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Edidiong Udo Unhappy Over Omission of Nigerian Athletes from U18/U20 African Championships Banner
Nigerian 400m runner, Edidiong Udo, has criticised the organisers of the upcoming 2024 CAA U18/U20 African Athletics Championships for not…
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“I Refuse to Be Silent”: Nigerian Sprinter Imaobong Uko Slams AFN After Two-Year Ban
Nigerian quarter-miler and youth athletics sensation Imaobong Nse Uko has broken her silence following her two-year suspension by the Athletics…
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Excitement Builds as 43 Countries Set to Storm Abeokuta for African U18/U20 Athletics Championships
With just two weeks to go, Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State, is gearing up to host the 3rd African…
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Why Athlete Favour Ofili Wants to Dump Nigeria for Turkey
Nigerian sprint sensation Favour Ofili is seeking a change in national allegiance — and the reason isn’t far-fetched: repeated neglect…
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AFN announces constitution of Technical Committee
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has officially announced the constitution of its new Technical Committee on 13 June 2025.…
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Why Tobi Amusan Will Miss Stockholm Diamond League
Tobi Amusan, the world record-holder in the women’s 100m hurdles, will not compete in the seventh round of the 2025…
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When and where will Tobi Amusan begin her 2025 season
World record holder in the Women’s 100m hurdles, Tobi Amusan, will begin her 2025 season at the Queen’s/Grace Jackson Meet…
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Usain Bolt $12.8M fraud case: two years later, no justice in sight
Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt is still waiting for answers two years after losing $12.8 million in a major fraud…
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Usain Bolt Praises Manchester United’s Fight in 2-2 Draw with Liverpool
Jamaican sprinting legend Usain Bolt has shared his thoughts on Manchester United’s exciting 2-2 draw against Liverpool in the Premier…
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Gabby Thomas Inspires Young Athletes with Powerful Speech at USATF Awards
Gabby Thomas gave an uplifting speech after winning the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Female Athlete of the Year award at the USATF…
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Australian Teen Gout Gout Breaks Records and Earns ‘Next Usain Bolt’ Title
Australian sprinter Gout Gout had an incredible weekend, breaking several records, including Usain Bolt’s age-16 record. At the All Schools…
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Top 10 Highest-Earning Female Athletes of 2024: Coco Gauff Leads With $30 Million
Coco Gauff has once again claimed the title of the highest-earning female athlete in 2024, earning over $30 million. The…
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Chukwueze Shines as AC Milan Beats Slovan Bratislava 3-2
Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze delivered an impressive performance as AC Milan defeated Slovan Bratislava 3-2 in a thrilling UEFA…
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Guardiola reveals what Manchester City needs to arrest poor form
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has called on his players to stay committed and focused as they prepare to face…
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‘Don’t compare Iwobi to Okocha’ – Etim Esin criticises lack of creativity in Super Eagles midfield
Former Super Eagles midfielder Etim Esin has expressed concerns about the team’s lack of creativity, stating that Alex Iwobi is…
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Guardiola Admits Defensive Fragility After Tottenham Loss
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has opened up about his team’s defensive struggles following their crushing 4-0 defeat to Tottenham…
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Barcelona Blow 2-Goal Lead as Celta Vigo Snatch Late Draw
Barcelona’s struggles without their young star Lamine Yamal continued as they played out a dramatic 2-2 draw with Celta Vigo.…
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