MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Eddie Osei-Nketia, who is New Zealand's record holder in the 100 and 200 meters, completed his eligibility switch to Australia on Thursday.

The 24-year-old USC sprinter told The Associated Press he wants to help Australia earn medals at top competitions, including the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

“My goal with Australia is to break both the 100m and 200m record and also help the relay team to not just make the finals — also to earn a medal in the big stage, and with the team I believe it's possible,” he said in a written statement.

“Not just LA, the Commonwealth Games, world championships and the world relay, any chance we get.”

Osei-Nketia ran a 10.08 at the 2022 world championships in Oregon, breaking the record held by his father, Gus.

“The 10.08-second ma

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