2023 African Games: Watch how Ghana's Benjamin Azamati won Heat 5 to qualify for 100m semi-finals

Ghana's sprint star, Benjamin Azamati, has progressed to the semi-final stage of the 2023 African Games 100m after winning Heat 5.

The US-based sprinter won the race with a time of 10.54s to secure a spot in the semis that will take off later today, March 18, 2024.

Ghana's Aggerh Barnabas has also advanced to the semi-finals after he finished second in Heat 2 with a time of 10.46s.

Meanwhile, in the women's category, Ghana's Hor Halutie also progressed to the semi-finals after finishing second in Heat 1 in a time of 11.46s.

The 100m semi-final race is scheduled to take place at 16:30 GMT.

The athletics, usually seen as one of the main attractions at the African Games, kicked off today at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium.

Watch Benjamin Azamati and Barnabas' race below






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