Nigerian sprinter Oluwatobi Amusan has once again showcased her exceptional talent on the track, setting a new African women’s indoor record in the 60-meter hurdles at the New Balance Indoor Grand Prix in Boston.
Clocking an impressive 7.75 seconds, Amusan’s performance surpassed her previous record of 7.77 seconds set in Kazakhstan at the Astana Indoor Meet in January.
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Bahamian athlete Devynne Charlton secured third place with a time of 7.76 seconds. The race also saw history being made, as four women broke the 7.85-second mark, with Masai Russell finishing fourth in 7.84 seconds.
Amusan’s stellar performance comes on the heels of her groundbreaking success in 2022, when she became the first Nigerian to win a gold medal at the World Athletics Championships. Notably, she also shattered the women’s 100m hurdles world record en route to her historic triumph.
With her latest achievement, Amusan continues to solidify her position as one of Africa’s most formidable athletes, inspiring a new generation of track and field enthusiasts across the continent.
As she continues to push the boundaries of excellence, the Nigerian pride remains a shining example of dedication, perseverance, and sheer talent in the world of athletics.
