Nigerian sprint sensation Kayinsola Ajayi believes he can achieve even faster times after matching his national record and claiming a landmark victory in the men’s 100m at the 2026 Prefontaine Classic in Eugene, Oregon.
The 21-year-old produced a stunning performance at Hayward Field on Saturday, clocking 9.84 seconds to defeat reigning world champion Oblique Seville of Jamaica, who finished second in 9.89s. American Olympian Christian Coleman placed third with 9.95s, while compatriot Kenneth Bednarek narrowly finished fourth in 9.96s.
Ajayi’s winning time equalled the Nigerian 100m record of 9.84s, which he first set in May, further highlighting his emergence as one of the world’s top sprinters.
“Equalling the national record again means a lot. It shows I can do better, and I feel great about that,” Ajayi said.
