Nigerian Athletes Target More Relay Heroics During Botswana’s National Trials This Weekend of more ranking points heading into the world championship billed for the same venue in May.
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Sports247 gathered that the latest platform for Nigeria’s athletes to garner points is at Botswana’s National Trials scheduled to hold from Friday to Sunday, with various teams joining to boost their qualifications for the 2026 World Relays.
Nigeria has already secured spots for the women’s 4x100m and 4x400m as well as mixed 4x100m and men’s 4x400m; which makes their latest outings in Gaborone aimed at sealing slots for the men’s and mixed 4x400m categories.
Chairman of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) media committee, Maxwell Kumoye added in a press release, “While Nigeria chases qualification goals, host nation, Botswana is gearing up for a spectacle of its own.
“Under the watchful eye of AFN technical director, Gabriel Okon, the team has been in high spirits in training camp, with athletes sharpening baton exchanges and race strategies for what promises to be a fiercely competitive outing.
“As the Botswana Athletics National Championships take center stage at the National Stadium, the event will double as the country’s final selection trial for the relays, thereby raising the stakes for home athletes.
“Botswana Athletics Association acting president, Oabona Theetso has expressed confidence that this year’s championships will deliver top-class performances, noting that improved scheduling has allowed elite athletes to compete.
“The Botswana trials are shaping up to be more than just a selection event, it’s a dress rehearsal for relay glory, and Team Nigeria will be looking to leave with momentum, confidence, and possibly more tickets punched for the world stage.”
