Nigerian sprint sensation Ofili Favour continues her blazing start to the 2025 season, clocking an impressive 10.94s in just her second 100m race of the year at the Grand Slam Track meet in Miami.
The LSU alum, who opened her season with a solid 10.99s, showed clear signs of top form as she shaved 0.05 seconds off that mark, firmly establishing herself among the season’s early pace-setters.
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Her performance, although not enough to win the race, signals that she’s on track for a breakthrough year.
The event was headlined by a blistering win from American sprinter Melissa Jefferson-Wooden, who stormed to victory in 10.75s, aided by a +2.4 m/s tailwind. Not far behind was fellow American Tamari Davis, finishing strong in 10.79s.
The fast times across the board underscore the intensity already building in the women’s 100m this season, with athletes laying down early markers ahead of a packed summer of athletics
