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Asafa Powell, Jamaican sprint legend, Ghanaian wife pay visit to Christian Atsu’s family

On Tuesday, March 1, 2023, Jamaican sprinter Asafa Powell and a few executive members of the Ghana Olympic Committee paid a visit to the home of the late Ghanaian footballer Christian Atsu.

Christian Atsu, a member of the Ghanaian Black Stars, lost his life in the February 6, 2023 earthquake in Turkey.

Following his passing, a number of athletes have paid their respects to the former Newcastle player, with Asafa Powell, the fourth-fastest man in the world, being the most recent.

The sprinting champion offered the grieving family some words of comfort and promised to be there for them during this trying time.

Asafa Powell also signed the book of condolence which has been opened at the family house of the late Ghanaian international.

Members of the Ghana Olympic Committee, were led their President, Ben Nunoo Mensah also made a financial commitment to the family as they prepare to lay their loved one to rest.

Asafa Powell, who is married to Ghanaian-American, Alyshia Akua Miller, arrived in Ghana on 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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