Nigeria's Fastest 100m Runner Godson Brume Withdraws from World Championships

Lagos, August 8th - The hopes of Nigeria earning a medal at the 100m event of the forthcoming World Championships in Budapest have faded following the withdrawal of the country's fastest 100m runner, Godson Brume.

Brume took to microblogging site, X, to announce his withdrawal from the championship, citing an injury as the reason. Despite the disappointment of not being able to compete, Brume expressed gratitude to everyone who supported him.

"I want to thank everyone who supported me. This is a hard decision for me, but with much consideration, I've decided to focus on getting healthy for next year. With that being said, I will not be competing in Budapest this August. Lastly, I will be coming back to the bayou next year," Brume wrote.

The 20-year-old sprinter has had a remarkable season, setting a record time of 9.90s, making him the fastest Nigerian sprinter heading into the World Championships. His time also ranks him as the eighth-fastest in the world.

Brume also had an impressive performance in the NCAA Championships, winning a silver medal in the 100m event. Prior to that, he had remained unbeaten.

The withdrawal of Brume leaves Nigeria's hopes for a medal in the 100m event uncertain. However, the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) is considering drafting in national champion Usheoritse Itsekiri and second-place finisher Seye Ogunlewe to represent the country in Budapest.

Itsekiri has shown promising form this season and has the potential to make an impact on the world stage. Ogunlewe, with his experience and consistent performances, could also provide a strong representation for Nigeria.

The AFN will have to make a final decision on the replacements for the World Championships in Budapest. The absence of Brume will undoubtedly be a blow to Nigeria's medal chances, but the focus now shifts to the potential of Itsekiri and Ogunlewe to step up and make their mark.

Despite the setback, Brume remains determined to recover fully from his injury and set his sights on the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, where he aims to make a strong comeback.

The withdrawal of Nigeria's fastest 100m runner is a reminder of the challenges that athletes face in staying fit and avoiding injuries. It serves as a testament to the dedication and hard work required to compete at the highest level in athletics.

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