Nigerian sprint sensation Tobi Amusan triumphs at Jamaica Invitational, setting a new world-leading time in the women’s 100m hurdles. Her impressive victory solidifies her status as a global athletics powerhouse, marking a triumphant comeback after last season's Diamond League win.
Nigerian track and field sensation Tobi Amusan stole the show at the inaugural Jamaica Athletics Invitational, dominating the women’s 100m hurdles with a blistering time of 12.40 seconds. Despite facing stiff competition from reigning world champion Jamaican Danielle Williams and American Nia Ali, Amusan displayed remarkable composure and resilience. Trailing behind for most of the race, she unleashed a stunning surge in the closing stages, overtaking her rivals and crossing the finish line in a world-leading time, eclipsing the previous mark set by Tonea Marshall of the USA.
According to reports from Jamaica.loopnews.com, Williams secured second place with a time of 12.46 seconds, followed closely by Christina Clemens of the USA in third with 12.54 seconds. Jamaican athlete Yanique Thompson claimed fourth place with a time of 12.59 seconds, while Ali of the USA slipped to fifth, clocking 12.65 seconds.
Amusan's victory comes on the heels of her triumphant performance at the Diamond League, where she clinched the women’s 100m hurdles title in Eugene, Oregon for an impressive third consecutive time. This achievement not only reaffirms her status as a dominant force in global athletics but also serves as redemption following a disappointing outing at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest.
Interestingly, Oregon holds special significance for Amusan, as it was where she clinched the world title in 2022 and set a world record in the process. Her success at the Jamaica Invitational sets the stage for a promising season ahead, as she continues to solidify her position as one of the world's top sprinters.
In the men’s 110m hurdles, world leader Daniel Roberts led a 1-2 finish for the USA, crossing the line with a swift time of 13.17 seconds. Eric Edwards followed closely in second place with 13.33 seconds, while Jamaican Lafranz Campbell secured third with a time of 13.37 seconds, showcasing the fierce competition at the event.
