AFN announces qualification rules for Commonwealth Games trials
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria has announced qualification standards and set the trial dates for athletes aiming to compete at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Both home-based and foreign-based athletes are expected to participate in the trials at the Yaba College of Technology Sports Complex in Lagos. Tonobok Okowa praised the National Sports Commission for its ongoing support. The federation aims to ensure only top-performing athletes contest the sprint events while encouraging broad participation in other disciplines.
Match highlights
- The Athletics Federation of Nigeria has fixed June 20 to 22 for the national trials ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
- Trials will feature 32 track and field events for both men and women, with specific qualifying standards for the 100m, 200m, and 400m sprints.
- Home-based athletes must meet set times, such as 10.60s for men's 100m and 11.55s for women's 100m, while foreign-based athletes have stricter standards.
- Accommodation will be provided for athletes who achieve the required standards during the qualification period.
- Tonobok Okowa commended the National Sports Commission for its support, highlighting its role in strengthening athletics development.
