Nigeria, 39 Other Nations Jostle for World Relays Pride and Prize:
PRESS STATEMENT Nigeria, 39 Other Nations Jostle for World Relays Pride and Prize: A lucrative prize purse is a major highlight of the World Athletics Relays 2026, with teams battling for medals and also for significant financial rewards. Winners in each relay event will take home $40,000, while second and third place earn $20,000 and $10,000 respectively. Teams finishing eighth are guaranteed $2,000, underlining the high stakes and fierce competition expected among the 40 participating nations. The championship has drawn 723 athletes from across Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania, setting the stage for an intense showdown among global sprint powerhouses and emerging relay teams. Traditional giants such as the United States, Jamaica, and Great Britain are once again in the mix, alongside strong African contenders including host Botswana, South Africa, and Kenya. Amid this competitive field, Team Nigeria made a good impression on Day One, delivering a recor...