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Omanyala achieved a season-best time of 9.98 seconds to finish second at the Prefontaine classic a few weeks ago and is using the race to find out what he needs to work on in order to be ready for the Olympics.
Ferdinand Omanyala, Africa's fastest man, recently reflected on his impressive performance at the Prefontaine Classic in Eugene, Oregon.
Despite finishing second, Omanyala's progress throughout the season shows promising signs as he eyes the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Omanyala's outdoor season began in April with a disappointing fifth-place finish at the Absa KipKeino Classic. However, he quickly turned things around, securing two second-place finishes and one third-place finish during his American tour.
His most notable performance came in Oregon, where he clocked a season-best 9.98 seconds, just 0.03 seconds behind Christian Coleman.
In his analysis, Omanyala highlighted areas of improvement and adjustments needed for future races.
"The problem was we worked so much on the last 50 meters," Omanyala shared on his YouTube channel. He noted that his start was not as strong as it should have been, coming up too quickly after 15 meters instead of maintaining a low drive.
Reflecting on the race, Omanyala described his mid-race strategy:
"After seeing Coleman was ahead by half a meter, I told myself to relax and breathe. I had the energy and needed to stay calm and finish strong. That's what I did, and I started closing in."
Omanyala also discussed his performance metrics, citing a 0.84-second split in one of the 10-meter segments as a positive indicator of his end-race strength.
However, he acknowledged the need to work on his low drive phase and avoid premature dipping at the finish line.
With 60 days remaining until the Paris Olympics, Omanyala is focused on refining his technique and finishing the season on a high note.
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Athletics Kenya & NOC-K confident of more sprinters joining Ferdinand Omanyala in Olympics qualification
Athletics Kenya and the National Olympic Committee of Kenya have insisted on being confident that more sprinters will qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games before the deadline later this month.
"We're making necessary corrections and touch-ups," he stated. "The goal is to peak at the right time for the Olympics and to end the season strong."
Omanyala's analytical approach and continuous improvement suggest that he is on track to make a significant impact in Paris. His recent performances demonstrate resilience and a commitment to excellence, key attributes as he prepares for the most crucial race of his career.
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