Ajayi Gets Automatic Passage to Commonwealth Games 100m Semi-finals

Ajayi Gets Automatic Passage to Commonwealth Games 100m Semi-finals

Ohis Asein

Nigeria's sprint sensation, Kanyinsola Ajayi, has been granted automatic qualification to the men's 100m semi-finals at the ongoing Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games based on his outstanding world ranking and exceptional performances over the past year.

Ajayi, who is currently ranked among the world's top sprinters, was exempted from competing in the opening-round heats, joining a select group of elite athletes who advance directly to the semi-finals.

Meanwhile, Nigeria's national champion Favour Ashe will compete in the heats as he bids to secure one of the remaining semi-final spots.

Ajayi's direct qualification reflects his remarkable rise in world athletics after a series of outstanding performances this season, making him one of Nigeria's strongest medal hopes in Glasgow.