Amusan secures 2026 Diamond League final spot

World record holder Tobi Amusan has officially secured her qualification for the 2026 Wanda Diamond League Final, demonstrating her consistent dominance in the women's 100m hurdles. Her strong performances throughout the current season have guaranteed her a place in the prestigious season-ending championship.

Amusan has amassed 28 points across five Diamond League meetings, comfortably placing her among the top contenders. The final is scheduled to take place on September 4 and 5 in Brussels, Belgium. She currently holds the second position in the Diamond League standings, trailing behind American athlete Masai Russell, who leads with 32 points. Both athletes are expected to compete in remaining races before the final.

The rivalry between Amusan and Russell is anticipated to be a highlight of the Brussels final. Russell boasts the fastest time this season at 12.14 seconds, while Amusan's season's best is 12.28 seconds, a mark she has achieved three times. Amusan will be aiming to claim her fourth Diamond League title, having previously won three consecutive crowns from 2021 to 2023.

Amusan continues to hold the world record in the 100m hurdles, a remarkable 12.12 seconds, which she set during her historic gold medal run at the World Athletics Championships four years ago in Eugene. Her continued success underscores her status as one of the premier athletes in her discipline.