Tag: Historic Feat Ends 38-Year Nigerian Drought in 400m Hurdles Final

HomeHistoric Feat Ends 38-Year Nigerian Drought in 400m Hurdles Final

Nigerian athletics, Ezekiel Nathaniel has pushed his way into the final of the men’s 400 metres hurdles at the ongoing World Athletics Championships (WAC) in Tokyo — ending a 38-year wait since a Nigerian last reached this stage. The 22-year-old NCAA champion clocked an astonishing 47.47 seconds in the semifinals on Wednesday, dominating the second …

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