The 2023 World Athletics Championships concluded on a somewhat disappointing note for Ferdinand Omanyala, the Kenyan sprinter, who secured the seventh spot in the men’s 100-meter final, ultimately won by Noah Lyles.
Noah Lyles, the American contender, showcased remarkable performance by clocking 9:83, earning himself the coveted gold medal. Meanwhile, Ferdinand Omanyala, the 27-year-old Kenyan athlete, completed the race in 10.07 seconds. While a podium finish eluded him, his efforts won’t go unrewarded, as the top 8 athletes all receive a share of the prize money.
Noah Lyles demonstrated exceptional form throughout the championship, edging past a highly competitive field that featured Letsile Tebogo from Botswana, Christian Coleman from the United States, Oblique Seville from Jamaica, and Zharnel Hughes from Britain.
Tebogo secured the second position and made history as the first African athlete to clinch a medal in the 100m event at the World Championships. His remarkable run was timed at 9.88 seconds. Zharnel Hughes secured the third position, also with a timing of 9.88 seconds.
Prize Money Breakdown
Prize money awaits each athlete who manages to secure a place in the top 8 within their respective events. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the earnings, as outlined by World Athletics. The total prize pool in Budapest, Hungary amounted to a staggering $8,498,000.
- Gold: $70,000
- Silver: $35,000
- Bronze: $22,000
- Fourth: $16,000
- Fifth: $11,000
- Sixth: $7,000
- Seventh: $6,000
- Eighth: $5,000
Africa’s fastest man was having a great season prior to this and he will be looking to bounce back by winning the Diamond League final next month in Eugene.
