Ghanaian long-distance runner William Amponsah has set a new national record in the men’s 10,000m, beating the previous record by an amazing two minutes. The 25-year-old student-athlete from Texas A&M ran a time of 27:47.93 at the Bryan Clay Invitational—a performance that also set a new NCAA Division II record.
This achievement is even more impressive because Amponsah broke his own national record, which he set just last year. His quick progress shows how dedicated and hardworking he is. Over the past few years, Amponsah has been turning heads in the athletics world, and this latest performance has added to his growing reputation.
Alongside breaking the Ghanaian national record, Amponsah also made history in U.S. college athletics by setting the NCAA Division II 10,000m record. This adds to his list of accomplishments, including winning the NCAA Division II Cross Country national title in both 2023 and 2024.
His new record could boost his chances of making Ghana’s team for the upcoming World Athletics Championships. With a time like this, he’s clearly a strong contender.
William Amponsah’s latest performance proves he has what it takes to compete with the best in the world. With national and NCAA records under his belt, the future looks very bright for this talented runner.
