Nigeria, May 20 -- Nigerian sprint star Favour Ashe has revealed the chaotic circumstances that disrupted his campaign at the just concluded African Championships in Athletics in Ghana, admitting that a series of off-track problems left him mentally drained and ultimately cost him a shot at an individual medal.

The 24-year-old arrived at the championships as one of Nigeria's strongest medal hopes in the men's 100m after an impressive season on the international circuit. However, what was expected to be a breakthrough tournament quickly turned into a frustrating battle against confusion, appeals, and unexpected setbacks.

Although Ashe eventually missed the podium in the men's 100m final, he still helped Nigeria salvage success by winning...