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Ghanaian sprint star Benjamin Azamati proposes to Italian athlete Raquel Chavez in romantic yacht setting

By Emmanuel Austin Baah
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Ghana’s all-time fastest sprinter, Benjamin Azamati, has taken a major step off the track as he proposed to his Italian partner and fellow athlete, Raquel Chavez, in a heartwarming moment aboard a luxury yacht.

The 27-year-old track sensation, known for his blistering speed and record-breaking performances, went down on one knee to pop the big question during a private cruise, surrounded by close friends and family. The touching proposal, captured in photos and videos that have since gone viral, showed the couple beaming with joy as Raquel said “yes.”

Azamati, who currently competes professionally in Europe, holds Ghana’s national records in both the 100 metres (9.90 seconds) and 200 metres (20.08 seconds). A product of the University of Ghana and later West Texas A&M University in the United States, he has represented Ghana at multiple international events, including the Olympic Games, World Championships, and Commonwealth Games.

Raquel Chavez, also an accomplished athlete, has been a constant supporter of Azamati’s career, often seen cheering him on at international meets. Their engagement marks another beautiful chapter in the life of one of Ghana’s most celebrated sports figures.

The couple is yet to announce a wedding date, but fans and fellow athletes from around the world have flooded social media with congratulatory messages, celebrating the union of the two sprinters.

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  • My name is Emmanuel Austin Baah, professionally known as “Okocha”. I am a seasoned Ghanaian journalist, broadcaster and football commentator from Senya Bereku in the Central Region. My work reflects a strong commitment to factual reporting, ethical journalism and the continuous promotion of Ghanaian sports.

    I am currently pursuing my studies at Cape Coast Technical University, building on a solid foundation of media practice and communication. I previously served as a sports producer at Radio Gold (90.5) and Montie FM (100.1) in Accra, where I was actively involved in editorial planning, programme production, live commentary and in-depth sports analysis.

    Presently, I am a Senior Writer at SportsNetGhana.com, a role in which I produce well-researched features, match reports, athlete profiles and analytical pieces. My work consistently highlights emerging talents, captures key sporting developments and contributes to shaping informed sports discourse in Ghana.

    Over the course of my career, I have covered numerous major sporting events both locally and internationally. Among these, the highlight remains my coverage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, a significant milestone that strengthened my expertise in global football reporting and enhanced my understanding of international sports dynamics.

    I am widely recognised for my clarity of analysis, engaging commentary style and strong command of both local and global football trends. Beyond the newsroom, I participate in community initiatives aimed at developing young sports journalists and promoting youth engagement in sports.

    For professional engagements, media collaborations or enquiries, please contact me on 0265284330.

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My name is Emmanuel Austin Baah, professionally known as “Okocha”. I am a seasoned Ghanaian journalist, broadcaster and football commentator from Senya Bereku in the Central Region. My work reflects a strong commitment to factual reporting, ethical journalism and the continuous promotion of Ghanaian sports.

I am currently pursuing my studies at Cape Coast Technical University, building on a solid foundation of media practice and communication. I previously served as a sports producer at Radio Gold (90.5) and Montie FM (100.1) in Accra, where I was actively involved in editorial planning, programme production, live commentary and in-depth sports analysis.

Presently, I am a Senior Writer at SportsNetGhana.com, a role in which I produce well-researched features, match reports, athlete profiles and analytical pieces. My work consistently highlights emerging talents, captures key sporting developments and contributes to shaping informed sports discourse in Ghana.

Over the course of my career, I have covered numerous major sporting events both locally and internationally. Among these, the highlight remains my coverage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, a significant milestone that strengthened my expertise in global football reporting and enhanced my understanding of international sports dynamics.

I am widely recognised for my clarity of analysis, engaging commentary style and strong command of both local and global football trends. Beyond the newsroom, I participate in community initiatives aimed at developing young sports journalists and promoting youth engagement in sports.

For professional engagements, media collaborations or enquiries, please contact me on 0265284330.

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