Nayoka Clunis wins sixth national hammer throw title

Nayoka Clunis continued her dominance in the hammer throw, clinching her sixth national title at the JAAA National Championships held at the National Stadium in Kingston, Jamaica. On Sunday, June 21, 2026, Clunis threw 68.93m to secure the victory, showcasing her consistent performance on the national stage.

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Jamaica’s Nayoka Clunis claimed a sixth women’s hammer throw national title Sunday, topping the field at the JAAA National Championships at the National Stadium with 68.93m.

As a two-time competitor at the World Athletics Championships, Clunis has established herself as a formidable force in the sport. Her national record of 72.03m, set earlier this year in mid-April, currently ranks her fourth among Commonwealth athletes. Her performance at the championships included five throws exceeding the 65.00m mark, demonstrating her consistent power and technique.

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The two-time World Athletics Championships competitor dominated the event with five throws over 65.00m.

The competition saw Britannia Johnson of Purdue University secure the second position with a throw of 52.70m. Fabrienne Foster from the University of North Texas followed in third place with 48.00m. The event highlighted Clunis's significant lead in the discipline within Jamaica.

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Her national record 72.03m set in mid-April this year ranks her fourth in the Commonwealth.