Nigerian and African Champion, Chukwuebuka Enekwechi clinched a commendable third place in the men’s shot put event at the prestigious Gyulai István Memorial.

Enekwechi’s remarkable final-round effort of 21.59 meters secured his spot on the podium in a highly competitive field.

The event saw Italy’s Leonardo Fabbri take the top honors with a dominant throw of 22.43 meters, earning him the gold.

American thrower Jordan Geist claimed second place achieving a solid mark of 21.72 meters.

Enekwechi’s performance adds to his growing reputation in the world of shot put, reflecting his dedication to do well in the upcoming Olympics.

The Gyulai István Memorial continues to be a significant stage for athletes to demonstrate their talents, and this year’s competition was no exception, featuring some of the world’s best in track and field.