Nigeria, June 13 -- The duo of Kayinsola Ajayi and Samuel Ogazi made history at the NCAA Championships in Eugene, Oregon, where both won national titles and set new records in one of the most impressive performances by Nigerians in recent years.

While Ajayi stormed to victory in the men's 100 metres, Ogazi successfully defended his NCAA 400m title in spectacular fashion, producing one of the fastest quarter-mile performances in world history.

The pair headlined a remarkable Nigerian showing that also saw Israel Okon win silver in the men's 200m and Vincent Ugwoke claim bronze in the discus throw.

The standout performance of the championships came from Ogazi, who produced a sensational run of 43.38 seconds to win the men's 400m title. ...