Ese Brume's coach Kayode Yaya had the best words for the Nigerian long jump queen as she celebrated her birthday.
Ese Brume's coach, Kayode Yaya couldn't help but heap praises on his star as she celebrated her 27th birthday.
Coach Kayode discovered the long jump queen as a grassroots talent and has been her mentor and guardian since then, with both now being recognised as one of the world's best at what they do.
They've won numerous medals from junior to senior level, including Brume becoming multiple medallist at the World Championships and Olympics.
Brume is the Nigerian and African record holder in the long jump event, and stands as one of the medal contenders at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
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Despite not winning a major medal in 2023, multiple long jump medallist Ese Brume ended the season in the Top 5 of highest-ranked female jumpers in the world.
Their relationship isn't just a coach-athlete one but rather a father-daughter connection.
Coach Kayode penned a heartfelt, emotional message on his Facebook page to appreciate his protege, sharing pictures and videos of their beautiful time.