From gun to tape, Tima Godbless delivered a stunning display of speed and determination, producing a world-leading performance at the NCAA East Preliminary Rounds in Jacksonville, Florida, www.aclsports.com reports.
Racing in the first heat of the women’s 100 meters, the LSU sprinter blazed to an impressive 10.91 seconds (+1.2 m/s wind), setting a new personal best and becoming the fastest woman in the world this year.
"GOD BLESS THAT START..."
— Making of Champions (@MakingOfChamps) May 29, 2025
Here's the moment Tima Godbless became the fastest woman in the world this year, running a staggering.
s and becoming the 4th fastest Nigerian woman in history.
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This remarkable achievement not only secured her place in the next round but also catapulted her to fourth on Nigeria’s all-time list for the women’s 100 meters, behind only Blessing Okagbare, Rosemary Chukwuma, and Glory Alozie.
Tima Godbless is now the 4th fastest Nigerian woman over the 100m and the 8th to go sub-11.
— Gregory Airende (@airendegregory) May 29, 2025
Blessing Okagbare – 10.79
Rosemary Chukwuma – 10.88
Glory Alozie – 10.90
Tima Godbless – 10.91
Favour Ofili – 10.93
Mary Onyali– 10.97
Grace Nwokocha – 10.97
Oludamola Osayomi – 10.99
“God bless that start” echoed across social media as fans celebrated her explosive launch out of the blocks. The moment she crossed the finish line, history was made.
Nigerian athletes have been lighting up the track this season, and Tima Godbless’s electric run is the latest testament to the country’s enduring sprint legacy, and its exciting future.
