Nigeria’s Chidi Okezie delivered another strong performance in the men’s 400m, clocking 45.23s to secure a second-place finish at the Edmonton Athletics Invitational in Canada.
The race was won by home favorite Christopher Morales-Williams, who stormed to victory in a Season’s Best (SB) of 44.85s, reaffirming his growing reputation on the global one-lap scene.
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Okezie, who has been enjoying a consistent run this season, stayed competitive throughout the race, holding his form against a stacked field. His 45.23s finish keeps him in the conversation ahead of upcoming international competitions, including the World Athletics Championships.
The Nigerian quarter-miler has already been a standout figure this year, contributing significantly to Nigeria’s relay successes and proving to be a dependable performer in individual races.
The Edmonton meet offered yet another opportunity for the experienced sprinter to test his shape as the season builds towards its peak, and his performance is expected to boost confidence in Team Nigeria’s relay prospects heading into major championships.
Morales-Williams’ 44.85s was his fastest time of the year, underlining his form and raising expectations for a strong showing on home soil at future global events.
