Ajayi signs professional contract with Adidas
Nigeria’s fastest man, Kayinsola Ajayi, officially turns professional, signing a major contract with sportswear giant Adidas. com/ajayi-signs-professional-contract-with-adidas/
Nigerian track star Kayinsola Ajayi has officially transitioned to a professional career by signing a contract with Adidas. The 21-year-old announced his decision on X, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to begin the next chapter of his athletic journey with the sportswear giant. Ajayi had previously agreed to a Name, Image and Likeness deal with Adidas in April 2025 while still competing for Auburn University.
The young athlete broke the 20-year-old Nigerian 100m record with a time of 9.84 seconds in May, which he subsequently matched twice more. Ajayi's impressive season included winning the NCAA outdoor 100m title and securing a bronze medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. His professional career with Adidas will now focus on achieving further milestones on the global stage.
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