Adeshina Doubtful for Commonwealth Games

Nigerian record holder in women's high jump, Temitope Adeshina, is expressing doubt about her participation in the upcoming 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. This comes despite a highly successful season in the NCAA, where she remained undefeated, capturing all available indoor and outdoor titles.

The 27-year-old athlete concluded her U.S. collegiate career with a remarkable performance, securing the outdoor title on her third attempt. Competing in Eugene, Oregon, Adeshina cleared 1.97 meters to claim her first NCAA Outdoor title, leaving no room for error.

Despite her excellent form and potential as a medal contender for Nigeria, Adeshina is still considering her options. "I am not sure if I will be competing after the NCAA season, but my sights are already on the next World Championships and the Olympics," Adeshina told Making of Champions. "At the next Olympics, my target is to be on the podium, and I have been working towards that."

Following a disappointing 19th-place finish at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Adeshina has focused on collegiate competitions, winning major titles without representing Nigeria. This breakthrough year saw her set new Nigerian national records and secure her first NCAA title in 2025. She is only the second Nigerian woman to compete in the Olympic high jump, following Doreen Amata.

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I am not sure if I will be competing after the NCAA season, but my sights are already on the next World Championships and the Olympics. At the next Olympics, my target is to be on the podium, and I have been working towards that.