4th MoC Grand Prix Returns to Yabatech, Lagos, as Olympic Qualifying Event

The Making of Champions Grand Prix is set to return for its 4th Edition on May 31st and June 1st, 2024, at the Yabatech Sports Complex in Lagos, Nigeria. The highly anticipated event, featuring 20 Track & Field events, will join the World Athletics Continental Tour as a 'Challenger' Event, marking a significant milestone for Athletics in Nigeria.

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Scheduled just ahead of Nigeria's Olympic Trials, the 4th MoC Grand Prix is poised to become the country's major Olympic qualifying event of the year. Athletes from across Nigeria and Africa are expected to participate, vying for Olympic qualifying marks and ranking points.

Notably, the MoC Grand Prix has emerged as Nigeria's premier Elite Athletics Competition, providing athletes with opportunities to qualify for major international competitions like the Olympics and World Championships. The event has played a pivotal role in discovering and developing promising talents, with past editions witnessing remarkable performances from athletes who have gone on to achieve significant milestones in their careers.

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The event will also mark the relaunch of the MoC Athletics Academy, with 12 Student-Athletes discovered at MTN CHAMPS Season 1 joining as 'Team MTN' for an initial one-year period. Additionally, the 4th MoC Grand Prix has attracted interest from athletes worldwide, highlighting its growing international reputation.

Athletes interested in participating can register online at mocgrandprix.com by the May 26th deadline. International athletes are advised to fly directly to Lagos and contact the organizers for logistical support and other inquiries.

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