Tobi Amusan storms Ostrava meet, winning women’s 100m hurdles in 12.45s. The Nigerian star shines with season-best performance and eyes Olympic gold
Tobi Amusan storms Ostrava meet with a blazing victory in the women’s 100 metres hurdles, delivering a season-best time of 12.45 seconds.
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The Nigerian sprint queen dominated the race at the prestigious Golden Spike competition, outclassing her rivals with precision and power.
Amusan, the reigning African and Commonwealth champion, showed exceptional form and flawless technique. Her explosive start and commanding finish left her competitors several strides behind as she crossed the finish line well ahead of the field.
Slovakia’s Viktória Forster placed second in 12.74 seconds, while Sarah Lavin of Ireland followed closely with 12.76 seconds to claim third place.
None could match Amusan’s sharp rhythm and technical superiority over the barriers.
This result boosts Amusan’s confidence heading into the final stretch of the season and cements her position among the world’s top hurdlers.
Her time not only stands as one of the fastest recorded this year, but it also signals her readiness to challenge for Olympic glory in Paris.
Following her emphatic performance, the Nigerian athlete expressed satisfaction and optimism. “I’m thankful for this performance. It’s a step in the right direction as we build towards bigger goals this season,” she said.
Amusan’s journey continues to inspire a growing generation of athletes, particularly in Nigeria, where her achievements are celebrated by fans and aspiring sprinters alike.
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Her commitment to excellence remains evident as she eyes another podium finish on the biggest stage later this year.
