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Commonwealth Games: Olajide fights back tears after semi-final exit, vows to return stronger
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Commonwealth Games: Olajide fights back tears after semi-final exit, vows to return stronger

Nigeria's sprinter Olayinka Olajide expressed disappointment after finishing seventh in the Commonwealth Games women's 200m semi-finals, citing injury and inadequate preparation as challenges. She competed through pain and considered withdrawing but chose to continue, acknowledging she hadn't trained for the 200m as originally planned. Olajide revealed she was expected to run the 4x100m relay but was asked to compete individually after arrival. Despite the setback, she remains available for Nigeria's relay team and emphasized her commitment to improving. Her performance highlights Nigeria's strong presence in athletics at the Games.

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Commonwealth Games: Olajide fights back tears after semi-final exit, vows to return stronger

Nigeria's sprinter Olayinka Olajide expressed disappointment after finishing seventh in the Commonwealth Games women's 200m semi-finals, citing injury and inadequate preparation as challenges. She competed through pain and considered withdrawing but chose to continue, acknowledging she hadn't trained for the 200m as originally planned. Olajide revealed she was expected to run the 4x100m relay but was asked to compete individually after arrival. Despite the setback, she remains available for Nigeria's relay team and emphasized her commitment to improving. Her performance highlights Nigeria's strong presence in athletics at the Games.

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