Dominican Sprinter Marileidy Paulino Aims for 23rd Diamond League Win in Poland

Dominican Republic's Marileidy Paulino, the current world number one in the 400 meters, is set to compete in the Diamond League event in Silesia, Poland, on Sunday, August 23. She is aiming to secure her 23rd career victory in the prestigious athletics series.

Paulino has demonstrated exceptional form throughout the current season. In June, she competed in the Doha and Paris legs of the Diamond League, winning with times of 48.91 and 48.48 seconds, respectively, and setting event records in both. She continued her winning streak in July, achieving victories in Monaco with a record-setting 48.67 seconds and in London with a time of 48.97 seconds.

Her consistent performance has made her the first and only woman globally to run under 49 seconds four consecutive times. Paulino expressed her confidence, stating, “I am at a very special moment in my career and I feel prepared for the upcoming encounters.” This remarkable consistency positions her as a strong contender in Poland and for future major competitions.

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I am at a very special moment in my career and I feel prepared for the upcoming encounters.