Nigeria’s Chukwuebuka Enekwechi delivered a commanding performance to claim gold in the men’s shot put at the prestigious Znamensky Memorial in Russia, reinforcing his standing as one of Africa’s premier field athletes and one of Nigeria’s most dependable performers on the global athletics stage. Enekwechi dominated the competition from the early rounds, showing the consistency and control that has become a hallmark of his international outings. He gradually built pressure on the field before sealing victory with a best throw of 21.27 metres — a mark that none of his rivals could surpass throughout the event. Mexico’s Juan Vazquez Gomez finished second with a throw of 20.13 metres, while Romania’s Andrei Rares Toader secured third place after registering 20.02 metres. Though the contest for silver and bronze was closely fought between the two, Enekwechi’s superior distance ensured there was never any doubt about the winner of the gold medal. Related News In-form Amusan, Ajayi headline Nigerian stars to watch ahead of C’wealth Games I’m going to shock Joshua — Prenga Itauma suffers fresh fight delays The victory in Russia adds another notable achievement to Enekwechi’s growing list of international honours. He has long been one of Nigeria’s most reliable athletes in field events, representing the country at several major global competitions and consistently delivering on the biggest stages. His performances have helped raise Nigeria’s profile in throwing events, an area of athletics traditionally overshadowed by the country’s well-documented sprinting pedigree. The win comes at a significant point in the athletics calendar as Enekwechi continues his build-up to the major international championships later in the season. His latest triumph in Russia further highlights the steady progression of a Nigerian athlete who continues to grow in stature with every international appearance, and who remains one of the most consistent performers Africa has produced in the shot put in recent years.
