NGKayinsola Ajayi, Nigeria's 100m record holder, won the men's 100m event at the Galà dei Castelli meeting in Bellinzona, Switzerland, running a time of 9.91 seconds. This marks his 15th career sub-10-second race and his ninth such performance of the 2026 season. Ajayi's victory came with a legal tailwind and placed him ahead of competitors like American Ronnie Baker and South African Akani Simbine. Earlier in the year, Ajayi broke the Nigerian 100m record with a time of 9.84 seconds at the 2026 NCAA Division I East First Round. He has also won the NCAA outdoor 100m title, secured two Diamond League victories, and earned a bronze medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Ajayi recently signed with Adidas and will not return to college, ending his collegiate career after three seasons at Auburn University. His achievements highlight his emergence as one of Nigeria's top sprinters, with upcoming competitions including the World Athletics Ultimate Championships in Budapest.
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