Paris 2024 Olympics: Why Ferdinand Omanyala is not counting his chicks after coasting his way through 100m heats

Africa’s fastest man, Ferdinand Omanyala, has set his sights on the ultimate prize after breezing through the heats to qualify for the semi-finals of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Omanyala, who was competing in Heat 2, delivered a commanding performance, clocking an impressive 10.08 seconds to secure his place in the next round.

In a heat packed with formidable opponents, including Italy’s Chituru Ali, Germany’s Joshua Hartmann, and Devin Augustine, Omanyala showcased his speed and composure. Chituru Ali followed closely behind in second with a time of 10.12 seconds, while Joshua Hartmann completed the top three in 10.16 seconds.

Reflecting on his performance, Omanyala emphasized the importance of pacing himself during the championships. “You have to prepare for a championship. I feel like I have not run but come tomorrow, I will be very, very fresh, so just go back, take recovery and ice baths and massage. The semis will be at 8:00 PM, so there is time to sleep,” he said after the race.