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Benjamin Azamati
Sprinter
About Benjamin Azamati
On 26 March 2021 in Texas, Benjamin Azamati ran 100 metres in 9.97 seconds, ending Leo Myles-Mills' 22-year hold on the Ghana record. A year later, on 25 March 2022, he lowered it to 9.90.
From football to the track
Benjamin Azamati-Kwaku was born in Akim Oda on 14 January 1998 to John and Faustina Azamati. Football was his first love, but PE teachers Nathaniel Botchway, Gideon Dukplah and Kofi Dadzie spotted his speed at Presbyterian Boys' Senior High School in Accra.
Results
At 21 he clocked 10.02 at Ghana's Fastest Human in 2019, and that year he helped Ghana win 4x100 metres relay gold at the African Games in Rabat. He twice won the GUSA 100 metres. In 2021 he also took his 200 metres best to 20.13. His 9.90 in 2022 was a world lead at the time and tied him with Trayvon Bromell as joint fourth-fastest US collegian ever. He took relay silver at the 2023 African Games and runs for the On team.
Frequently asked questions about Benjamin Azamati-Kwaku
What is Benjamin Azamati's net worth?
Benjamin Azamati has an estimated net worth of $300,000 (estimated).
How old is Benjamin Azamati?
Benjamin Azamati is 28 years old, born January 14, 1998.
What is Benjamin Azamati known for?
Benjamin Azamati is a Sprinter.
What is Benjamin Azamati's nationality?
Benjamin Azamati is Ghanaian.
Where did Benjamin Azamati study?
Benjamin Azamati studied at Presbyterian Boys' Senior High School, Legon.
Personal Information
- Full Name
- Benjamin Azamati-Kwaku
- Date of Birth
- 14 January 1998
- Nationality
- Ghanaian
- Region
- Eastern
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- "Benjamin Azamati". Wikipedia.
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