Nigerian sprinters Caleb, Olatunde storm into NCAA DII 60m final

By Olaolu Joseph

Nigerian sprinters Joshua Caleb and Olaolu Olatunde have qualified for the 60m final at the NCAA Division II Indoor Championships in Indianapolis after delivering outstanding performances in their respective heats.

Caleb, representing the University of Alaska Anchorage, won his heat in 6.66 seconds, establishing himself as a strong contender for the title. Earlier this season, he set a Nigerian and African U-20 record with a blistering 6.57 seconds.

Olatunde, a freshman at Harding University, also secured a spot in the final after clocking 6.67 seconds. He has been in impressive form, setting a program record and earning multiple accolades this season.

With both athletes in peak condition, the final promises to be a thrilling showdown.