Nigerian sprint hurdler Chika Bakwunye continued her impressive freshman campaign in the United States with another standout performance at the Almost Last Chance Invitational, where she recorded a new personal best and school record in the women’s 100m hurdles.
Representing UCM Track and Field, Bakwunye clocked an impressive time of 13.63 seconds with a legal wind reading of +1.8 m/s to finish second in the event.
The performance marked another significant milestone in what has already been a breakthrough freshman season for the talented Nigerian athlete.
Beyond securing a podium finish, the race saw Bakwunye rewrite the school record books, further establishing herself as one of the most promising young hurdlers in collegiate athletics.
Her latest achievement also reflects the rapid progression she has shown since the start of the season, consistently improving her times and adapting quickly to the demands of high-level competition in the United States.
The performance at the Almost Last Chance Invitational adds to a growing list of impressive outings for the Nigerian prospect, whose development has continued to attract attention within collegiate athletics circles.
Her combination of speed, rhythm, and technical improvement over the hurdles has made her one of the standout freshmen in her category this season.
For Bakwunye, the latest accomplishment is another confidence boost as she continues to build momentum heading into future competitions.
Setting a school record in her freshman year not only highlights her individual quality but also points to even greater potential in the years ahead.
Her progress also reinforces Nigeria’s growing reputation for producing talented athletes capable of excelling on international and collegiate stages.
As she continues to develop, expectations will remain high for the young hurdler, whose upward trajectory suggests she could become a major name in Nigerian athletics in the near future.
