Amusan extends fine form with Paris Diamond League victory

Nigerian world record holder Tobi Amusan continues to impress, securing victory in the women's 100-meter hurdles at the Paris Diamond League on Sunday. She clocked an outstanding 12.28 seconds, marking her second Diamond League win of the 2026 season. This is the third time this year Amusan has recorded this exact time, underscoring her remarkable consistency at the elite level of athletics. Amusan pulled away from the competition in the final stages, finishing well ahead of American Grace Stark, who came second in 12.38 seconds, and Alaysha Johnson, who was third in 12.39 seconds. This latest triumph further cements Amusan's position as one of the world's leading hurdlers as she prepares for major championships later this season. The 29-year-old's ability to replicate her world-class performance multiple times highlights the stability and form she has achieved. Her performances this year, including a second-place finish in Xiamen and a victory in Rabat, both in 12.28 seconds, rank among the fastest times globally. Amusan also won the New Taipei Athletics Open and secured gold at the African Championships in Accra, demonstrating a strong and consistent season. Since setting the world record of 12.12 seconds in 2022, Amusan has remained a dominant force in women's hurdling, and her current form positions her as a strong medal prospect for Nigeria in upcoming events, including the defense of her Commonwealth Games title.

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The victory marks Amusan’s second Diamond League win of the 2026 season, and the third time this year she has clocked 12.28 seconds, underlining her consistency at the highest level of world athletics.