Nigerian sprinter Olaolu Olatunde kicked off his 2025 outdoor season in impressive fashion, clocking 10.35s (+0.8) to finish second in his 100m section at the prestigious Texas Relays. His time was just 0.02s shy of his personal best (PB), highlighting his promising early-season form.
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The race was fiercely contested, with Mason Lawyer edging out Olatunde to take the win in 10.32s. Despite narrowly missing out on victory, Olatunde’s performance signals a strong start to his campaign as he looks to build momentum throughout the season.
Olatunde, who has been steadily rising in the sprinting ranks, demonstrated his consistency and competitiveness against a quality field. His near-PB effort in his season opener suggests he is poised for a breakthrough year, with his sights set on further improvement as the season progresses.
With this solid performance at the Texas Relays, the Nigerian sprinter will be eager to lower his PB in upcoming competitions and establish himself as a key contender in sprint events on the international stage.
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