South Africa win five medals as Ogun hosts first ultra race

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Elizabeth Power Nuhu took the silver medal for Nigeria in 3:47:39.

History was made on Saturday in Ogun State as the South-West state became the first city to host an international Ultra Race in this part of the world.The president of the International Association of Ultra Race, Nadeem Khaled, expressed his appreciation for the efforts of the organisers and promised to develop the sport in Africa.

“This is the first time we are having this championship in Africa, that’s why we have few athletics participating this is a great start for the continent and hope to have more in Africa. “We are proudly hosting the first ultra-race in Africa, we are glad to set the pace. We are very proud to continue to invest in sporting activities in the state and enhance our social and economic value,” he said.

Mthokozisi Mazibuko finished sixth and Mahlomola Sekhonyana took 10th place to secure a comfortable victory for the Rainbow Nation in the team competition.

 

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