Annette Echikunwoke is a Nigerian-American professional hammer thrower. Born on July 29, 1996, Annette was initially set to represent Nigeria at the 2020 Summer Olympics. However, she was disqualified due to the Athletics Federation of Nigeria's oversight. Later, Annette committed to the United States and is now preparing to compete in the 2024 Summer Olympics. She holds the record for Africa in hammer throw with a distance of 75.49 meters in 2021.
Annette Echikunwoke Nationality
Annete holds dual nationality of Nigeria and America. Annette was set to represent Nigeria at the 2020 Olympics Summer in Tokyo. However, she could not compete due to the Nigerian Federation failing to arrange necessary drug tests and did not inform officials of Annette's location for testing.
Due to the negligence, ten Nigerian athletes were disqualified including Annette. The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) claimed athletes did not update their location. However, Annette stated she provided her location six times with no examinations conducted.
Annette is all set to compete in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. This time, she is committed to represent the United States. She qualified in hammer throw at the U.S. Olympic Trials with a season-best mark of 74.68m.
Annette Echikunwoke Ethnicity
Annette Echikunwoke is of Nigerian descent. She holds dual nationality of America and Nigeria. Echikunwoke set many Nigerian and African records in 2021. Her throw reached 75.49 meters at the USATF Throws Festival. With this performance, she became the seventh-best hammer thrower in the world. She also achieved her personal best of 16.79 meters in 2017 where she earned 101st place in the world ranking.
Annette Echikunwoke Hometown
Annette Echikunwoke is a native of Pickerington, Ohio, USA. She developed a passion for athletics throwing events at an early age. Annette went to Pickerington High School where she started her career, particularly in the hammer throw, discus throw and shot put.
After graduating from high school, Annette attended the University of Cincinnati. She showcased her impressive skills at her university and had a successful NCAA career. Annette became an NCAA champion in the weight throw in 2017.
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FAQ's On Annette Echikunwoke Nationality
A.Annete holds dual nationality of Nigeria and America.
A.Annette is all set to represent USA this time in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.
A.Annette Echikunwoke is a native of Pickerington, Ohio. She was born to Nigerian parents
