Nigeria’s long jump star Ese Brume has said goodbye to medal hopes in Tokyo after failing to advance to the final in the Women’s Long Jump at the 2025 World Athletics Championships. She recorded a best jump of 6.46m (+1.0m/s tailwind) in the qualification round, placing 10th in Group B and 19th overall.
Brume, 29, a frequent presence on the global stage and former world silver medallist, has been praised for her resilience and consistency. Despite the stumble in Tokyo, many believe this chapter adds strength to her story.
What This Means & What’s Ahead
While failing to make the final is a setback, this season is far from over for Brume. She remains among Nigeria’s top medal hopes. With jumps and field events still ongoing, she’s expected to regroup and come back stronger in future championships and meets.
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria and her coach will likely use this experience to fine-tune her technique and competition strategy. Fans will hope that her next global outing sees her reclaim one of her many podium finishes. Her previous achievements – African titles, Olympics and world medals; serve as reminders of what she’s capable of.
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