Nigeria’s sprint sensation Kayinsola Ajayi delivered a stunning performance to win the men’s 100 metres at the 2026 London Diamond League on Saturday, July 18.
Ajayi crossed the finish line in an impressive 9.84 seconds, securing first place ahead of reigning world champion Oblique Seville of Jamaica in a fiercely contested race.
The victory marks another major milestone for the Nigerian sprinter, who showcased exceptional speed and composure against a world-class field at the London Stadium.
The Jamaican Seville came second in 9.87 at the London National Stadium, with Romell Grave of Team GB rounding out the top three in 9.97.
Ajayi, just 21, equalled his season’s best. He’s the two-time and reigning collegiate champion in the NCAA.
The race, held at the London Stadium, was between Ajayi and Seville until after 50 meters when the Nigerian 100m record holder blazed unto the finish line staring down the Jamaican.
Ajayi is also the National Collegiate Athletic Association, NCAA, champion in both the men’s 60m indoor and 100m outdoor.
Kayinsola Ajayi 🇳🇬 storms to a National Record of 9.84s (-0.7) to win the men’s 100m at the London Diamond League!
2. Oblique Seville 🇯🇲 9.87
3. Romell Glave 🇬🇧 9.97
4. Emmanuel Eseme 🇨🇲 9.97
