Ghanaian athletes have been making waves in the athletic scene in the United States, setting new national records and solidifying their positions as top contenders in their respective events.
Anita Afrifa, a student-athlete at Colby Community College, led the charge by blazing to a new indoor 200m national record at the 2024 Steve Miller Invitational in Kansas, USA. Her scorching time of 23.28 seconds erased the previous record of 23.34 seconds, set by Fling Owusu-Agyapong in 2016.
Not to be outdone, Rose Yeboah Amoanimaa also made her mark by improving her indoor high jump national record by 1cm, clearing an impressive 1.92m.
Meanwhile, in New York, Alex Amankwah demolished Ghana’s indoor 800m record, clocking an incredible 1:45.82 minutes at the 2025 Millrose Games. This achievement not only broke his own national record but also slashed a massive 1.35 seconds off his previous best.
Benjamin Azamati also made a strong showing, dropping a quick 6.63 seconds in the men’s 60m at the 2025 Millrose Games.
Ghanaian athletes are making a name for themselves on the global stage, showcasing their exceptional talent, tireless work ethic, and unshakeable commitment.
