Nigeria’s national shot put champion, Chukwuebuka Enekwechi, continued his preparations for next month's World Championships with a strong performance at the Silesia Diamond League. The Nigerian athlete finished seventh in a highly competitive field, with a best throw of 21.58 meters.
The event, which showcased some of the world's elite throwers, was won by America's **Payton Otterdahl, who took the top spot with a powerful throw of 22.28 meters. Italy’s Leonardo Fabri finished in second place with a mark of 22.10m, while the legendary American thrower Joe Kovacs secured third place with a throw of 21.82m.
While a seventh-place finish, Enekwechi's mark of 21.58m is a respectable result in a world-class field. The competition served as an excellent opportunity for him to test his form and technique against top-tier opponents, providing valuable experience as he builds towards the upcoming World Championships.
