Rising Stars Nwankwo and Bright Target Double Gold at Youth Olympic Games

Nigeria’s athletics scene is abuzz with excitement as teenage sprinters Rosemary Nwankwo and Gift Bright are set to make history at the ongoing 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal. According to THISDAYLIVE, the duo emerged as the fastest male and female athletes in the competition so far.

Nwankwo, who hails from Enugu State, clocked a blistering 11.1 seconds in the 100m preliminaries, breaking the Youth Olympic Games record. Her counterpart, Bright from Bayelsa State, also broke the record in the men’s category with a time of 10.4 seconds.

If they maintain their form, both athletes stand a chance to win double gold in their respective events. This would be a significant achievement for Nigeria’s athletics and a testament to the country’s growing potential in sports.

The Youth Olympic Games is an international multi-sport event held every four years for teenage athletes. It serves as a platform for young athletes to showcase their talent and prepare for future major competitions.