Nigerian middle-distance runner Edose Ibadin announced his arrival for the 2026 indoor season in stunning fashion after clocking 1:46.38 to win the men’s 800m at the PSU National Open.
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The blistering performance not only earned Ibadin victory but also rewrote the Nigerian indoor national record, set a new personal best, and placed him at the top of the Nigerian rankings this season — all in his first competitive outing of the year.
Running with confidence and control, Ibadin looked sharp from the opening lap and powered through the closing stages to stop the clock at 1:46.38, underlining his growing status as one of Nigeria’s most consistent middle-distance athletes.
The performance signals a strong statement of intent from the Nigerian star, who has now laid down an early marker ahead of a demanding indoor campaign.
With records already falling in his season opener, expectations are rising that more milestones could follow as the season progresses.
