x

Wanda Diamond League: Amusan Claims Victory in 100m Hurdles, Sets New Record

Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan made history on Sunday as she emerged victorious in the 100 meters hurdles event at the Wanda Diamond League held in Chorzó, Poland. Amusan, the current world record holder in women’s 100m hurdles, triumphed over American athletes Kendra Harrison and Ali Nia.

Not only did Amusan claim the top spot, but she also set a new meeting record and achieved a new season best with a remarkable time of 12.34 seconds. The race was intensely close, with Amusan narrowly crossing the finish line to secure her victory.

Kendra Harrison also clocked in at 12.34 seconds, sharing the same time as Amusan, while Ali Nia finished third with a time of 12.38 seconds. Jamaican athlete Megan Tapper secured fourth place with a time of 12.49 seconds.

After the race, Amusan expressed her satisfaction with the win, despite battling hamstring and knee injuries. She attributed her success to trust in her coach and hard work, emphasizing the importance of the process. Amusan admitted that she was unaware of her victory until crossing the finish line.

This exceptional performance follows Amusan’s recent comfortable victory in the Nigerian national trials held in Benin, where she clocked a time of 12.70 seconds despite wet conditions. Her consistent successes have earned her a place in the upcoming World Athletics Championships in Budapest, where she will defend her world title and potentially her world record of 12.12 seconds.

Amusan’s outstanding achievements in the Wanda Diamond League and the Nigerian trials further solidify her status as a top contender in the world of women’s hurdles. As she prepares for the World Athletics Championships, she aims to maintain her impressive form and continue making her mark on the track.

Hot this week

Editors Urge Government To Create Safe, Enabling Environment For Journalists

· Ask security agents to find missing Vanguard journalist As...

EXCLUSIVE: Buhari orders probe of Isa Funtua, AMCON over keystone and Etisalat

Following the controversy generated by the leading opposition party,...

6 Signs your boyfriend thinks you are ugly -Take note of No. 2

They say there are three kinds of people; the...

2023: South-East, Middle Belt Forum Endorses Peter Obi

The South-East and Middle Belt Forum has endorsed the...

Tinubu Lights Up Dakibiyu District, Commissions Connector Road CN-8 Road

By Joyce Rémi-Babayeju President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday opened...

Wike Never Allocated Land In Abuja To Children – Aide Insists

By Joyce Remi-Babayeju Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and...

Tinubu Extols Wike For Localizing Renewed Hope Agenda, Commissions Giri Access Road

By Joyce Remi-Babayeju President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Monday extolled...

Gov Mutfwang Reaffirms Commitment to Business-Friendly Environment in Plateau

By Israel Adamu, Jos Governor of Plateau State, Barrister Caleb...

One Killed, Homes Razed as Family Members Clash Over Farmland in Plateau

By Israel Adamu, Jos One person has been confirmed dead...

Akume’s Alleged Resignation a Plot to Incite Religious Tension – Northern CAN

By Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN)...

Kaduna Govt Debunks Alleged 24-Hour Curfew in Kakuri

By Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna The Kaduna State Government has debunked...

Delta Govt Open to Constructive Criticism – Aniagwu

By Anne Azuka The Delta State Government has reaffirmed its...
spot_img

Related Articles

Popular Categories

spot_imgspot_img