Tobi Amusan Makes History with New 100m Hurdles Meet Record

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Nigerian athlete Tobi Amusan has shattered records and made her mark in the world of athletics by setting a new World Record for the fastest time in a 100-meter hurdles race.

The 26-year-old sprinter achieved this feat at the Silesia Diamond League held at the prestigious Silesian Stadium in Poland.

Amusan blazed through the track, clocking an astonishing time of 12.34 seconds, cementing her place in history as the official holder of the fastest time in a 100-meter hurdle race in the event.

Tobi Amusan

She faced fierce competition from American athletes Harrison Kendria and Ali Nia, who clinched the second and third positions with times of 12.35 and 12.38 seconds, respectively.

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Reflecting on her remarkable achievement, Amusan expressed her gratitude to her coach and her unwavering commitment to the sport.

She revealed that her journey to victory was not without challenges, as she battled injuries in her hamstring and knee. However, her trust in her coach and dedication to her training regimen propelled her forward.

Amusan humbly shared, “It’s all about the process. I just won this in a smooth style; I was just running. Honestly, I had no idea that I won when I crossed the finish line.”

Her exceptional performance has solidified Amusan’s place among the world’s top athletes and serves as an inspiration to aspiring athletes everywhere.

Her resilience, determination, and remarkable speed have etched her name in the annals of sporting history, and she continues to be a shining star in the world of track and field.

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