Ghanaian male sprinter, Benjamin Azamati showcased his prowess by clinching second place in the semifinals of the Men’s 100m race at the ongoing African Games 2023, securing a spot in the highly anticipated final.

Competing in a challenging semifinal race, Azamati, clocked an impressive time of 10.41 seconds.

Despite a difficult start, the US-based Ghanaian demonstrated resilience and finished strongly, earning his spot in the final of the Men’s 100m dash.

Cameroon's Emmanuel Alobwede Eseme claimed first place in the Semifinal 2 with a time of 10.23 seconds, while Nigeria’s Sunday Okon Isreal secured third place with a time of 10.47 seconds.

Another Cameroonian athlete, Raphael Mberlina Ngaguele, finished fourth with a time of 10.52 seconds.

Regarded as one of the favourites, Azamati has been tipped to win gold for Ghana in the 100m sprints.

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