Sick Tobi Amusan pulls off African Senior Athletics Championships due to illness

Posted : 22 June 2024

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Tobi Amusan’s bid for a third consecutive African title ended abruptly as she failed to appear for the women’s 100m hurdles heats at the CAA African Senior Championship in Douala, Cameroon, on Friday. This sudden turn of events has left her fans and the athletics community disappointed, as she was one of the favorites to win the title.

Amusan, the reigning world record holder, was aiming for her third straight gold medal following her victories in Asaba in 2018 and Mauritius in 2022. These previous triumphs had solidified her status as one of Africa's top athletes in the 100m hurdles. However, her aspirations were dashed when reports surfaced that illness had prevented her from competing in this crucial event.

Christopher Maduewesi of Making of Champions, who is on-site in Douala, shared the news on social media. He reported, “I have been told by Nigerian officials in Douala that Tobi Amusan did not run in the 100m hurdles because she is very ill at the moment. Yes, she is in Cameroon, but she is not feeling well and couldn’t have competed in that condition.” This update confirmed the unfortunate circumstances that led to Amusan's withdrawal from the competition.

Earlier, Maduewesi had reported that Amusan had to travel by road from Benin City, where she won her fourth national title on Monday, to Benin Republic to catch a flight to Douala. This arduous journey may have contributed to her health issues, as the stress and fatigue from such travel could have weakened her condition. Despite her determination and previous successes, the demands of the journey proved too much for her to overcome.

Had she competed and won, Amusan would have joined Maria Usifo and Glory Alozie as the only athletes with three consecutive African titles in the women’s 100m hurdles. This achievement would have further cemented her legacy in African athletics. Unfortunately, the opportunity to make history slipped away due to her illness, leaving fans and supporters wondering what could have been.

Despite Amusan’s absence, Nigeria still has representation in the final, with Adaobi Tabugo securing her place in the event. Tabugo's participation keeps Nigerian hopes alive, and she will be looking to step up in Amusan's absence and deliver a strong performance. The team and supporters will rally behind her, hoping she can bring home a medal and continue Nigeria's proud tradition in athletics.

Tobi Amusan's unexpected withdrawal from the CAA African Senior Championship due to illness was a significant blow to her and her supporters. Her bid for a third consecutive title was highly anticipated, and her absence leaves a void in the competition. Nonetheless, the Nigerian contingent remains hopeful, with Adaobi Tabugo stepping up to represent the nation. The focus now shifts to supporting her efforts and looking forward to Amusan's recovery and future competitions.

Sick Tobi Amusan pulls off African Senior Athletics Championships due to illness

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