An influential member of the victorious Team Nigeria to the World Athletics Relays Championship in Botswana, Rosemary Nwankwo, has described her precious ticket to the World Athletics Championships as a major milestone.
She stated that competing on such a grand stage and securing the ticket to the World Championship are one of the best things to ever happen to her in athletics.
She made this public in an interview with AFN Media Hub in Gaborone, Botswana.
To achieve this milestone, Rosemary Nwankwo, had to overcome some hurdles within the team, that of not handling the baton properly could have hampered their ability to succeed.
“I feel so good because this is my first biggest tournament since I started athletics and I’m so grateful to God.
“What happened here yesterday (Saturday) is nobody’s fault, but thank God we had another opportunity to run again today and we have qualified so I’m so excited.
“We just told ourselves that we can do this, let’s forget about that and focus on the one ahead of us. My experience has been great,” she said.
100 metres sprinter, known nationwide for her consistency and ability to win races, went on to describe what was going through her mind during the race.
“During the race I was not looking at anyone, in my head it was about what I could give to help my team succeed, I wasn’t concerned whether this one is faster than this one, I just ran with all I had, I gave my very best,” she explained.
Looking into the future, Rosemary Nwankwo, whose first name symbolizes remembrance, fidelity, and friendship, stated that next on her chart is the Senior Africa Championship, in Ghana, emphasizing that she will live a lasting impression in the heart of Motherland Ghana.
