Ajayi Equals Nigerian 100m Record at London Diamond League

On Saturday, at the London Diamond League, Kayinsola Ajayi equaled the Nigerian 100m record with a time of 9.84 seconds, achieving a major career milestone by defeating reigning world champion Oblique Seville of Jamaica, who finished second with a time of 9.87 seconds. Great Britain's Romel Glave completed the podium with a personal best of 9.97 seconds.

Ajayi's performance matched the fastest time ever recorded for a Nigerian athlete, a mark originally set at the NCAA East Region in Lexington, Kentucky. This season, Ajayi has equaled this record twice and made his Diamond League debut at the Prefontaine Classic in Oregon, where he also outperformed Seville, a former world champion.

Ajayi's victory in London serves as a significant confidence boost for Team Nigeria as they intensify preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. Ajayi sent a message to critics via social media, emphasizing his determination and readiness to shine on the international stage.