Ghana Wins Bronze in 4x100m Relays at African Championships

Ghanaian athletics has once again showcased its prowess on the continental stage, with both the men's and women's 4x100m relay teams clinching bronze medals at the 24th African Senior Athletics Championships held at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium. This achievement is a testament to the dedication and talent of our athletes, who competed fiercely in front of a jubilant home crowd.

The men's quartet, despite the absence of key sprinter Benjamin Azamati due to injury, delivered a commendable performance, finishing third in 38.74 seconds. While they aimed to defend their title, the strength of rivals like Cote d’Ivoire, who set a new national record, and Nigeria, who took silver, was undeniable. Anchor leg runner Abdul-Rasheed Saminu expressed hope for improvement in future competitions, setting sights on the World Athletics Championships in Beijing.

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We had hoped to defend the title we won in Douala but acknowledged the strength of our rivals, particularly Cote d’Ivoire.

Similarly, the women's team, anchored by a strong performance from Janet Kwarteng, secured the bronze medal with a time of 44.85 seconds. Their podium finish, alongside Nigeria's gold and Liberia's silver, added to Ghana's medal tally, bringing it to a total of five medals by the championships' conclusion. These successes underscore the vibrant spirit of Ghanaian sports and provide a significant morale boost as we look towards future international competitions.

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He was hopeful they would be able to improve their times in subsequent competitions before next year’s World Athletics Championships in Beijing.