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Asafa Powell alarmed by Accra Sports Stadium’s lack of running tracks

Asafa Powell, a Jamaican sprinter, has requested that running tracks be installed at stadiums all over the nation to help develop athletics in Ghana.

The former world champion in the 100 metres who visited the Accra Sports Stadium expressed his surprise and concern that the venue lacked running tracks for sporting events like athletics.

The retired athlete believed that the development of athletics facilities would advance the sport and inspire young athletes to remain committed to it.

The Jamaican Sprint King urged the government to support the growth of athletics by providing venues while visiting the National Sports Authority.

“I was surprised not to see running tracks walking around the Accra Stadium in the capital city and I believe something should be done about it.

“Athletics is big and I think it has a lot to offer talented athletes, especially from poor backgrounds by moving them out of poverty,” Powell said.

“I think the government must do something about it by ensuring every sporting facility in Ghana has a running track to help unearth and nurture talents for the future,” he said.

Asafa Powell who is married to Ghanaian-American, Alyshia Akua Miller arrived in Ghana on Monday, February 27, 2023.

Asafa Powell is expected to visit some schools in Ghana to inspire upcoming athletes in the country.

The Jamaican has also been scheduled to meet President Nana Addo-Dankwa Akufo-Addo.

Asafa Powell is the fourth-fastest man in history with a personal best of 9.72 seconds.

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