It was a thrilling day of sprint action at the MTN CHAMPS Lagos as Favour Ashe and Iyanoluwa Bada emerged champions in the men’s and women’s 100m events respectively, delivering performances that kept the crowd on their feet.
Favour Ashe, one of Nigeria’s brightest sprinting prospects, reaffirmed his status as a top contender with a commanding victory in the men’s 100m final. Blazing down the track, Ashe stopped the clock in impressive fashion, holding off a strong field to clinch the gold medal.
On the women’s side, Iyanoluwa Bada stole the spotlight with a dominant run in the final. She crossed the finish line first to secure the women’s 100m title, aided by a marginal wind that slightly exceeded the legal limit. Though the wind means her time won’t be eligible for record purposes, Bada’s performance left no doubt about her prowess and promise on the track.
The MTN CHAMPS Lagos meet continues to serve as a crucial platform for Nigeria’s next generation of track stars, and this year’s edition lived up to the hype with electrifying races and standout performances.
Organizers praised the athletes for their dedication and the fans for turning out in numbers to support the event, further highlighting the growing enthusiasm around grassroots athletics development in the country.
With eyes now turning to the upcoming national trials and international meets, both Ashe and Bada will be looking to carry this momentum forward as they chase greater glory on the global stage.
