Nigeria’s Rejoice Sule delivered an impressive performance at the Desert Heat Classic in Arizona, clocking a new personal best of 23.14 seconds (+1.3 m/s) in the women’s 200m.
The promising sprinter finished third in a competitive field, marking a significant step forward in her athletic development.
The race was won by the USA’s Jadyn Mays, who stormed to victory in 22.55 seconds, followed closely by fellow American McKenna Watson, who recorded 23.00 seconds for second place. Sule’s performance not only placed her on the podium but also showcased her steady progress on the international stage.
The 200m event, held under ideal weather conditions, saw Rejoice Sule execute a well-measured race, holding her own against more experienced sprinters. Her new lifetime best surpasses her previous mark and reflects the benefits of her recent training focus on speed endurance and race execution.
This result adds to a growing list of encouraging performances by Nigerian athletes abroad, signaling promise ahead of the upcoming African Championships and other major meets on the athletics calendar.
