Nigerian sprint hurdler Tobi Amusan delivered a masterclass on Sunday evening at the Rabat Diamond League, racing to victory in the women’s 100m hurdles with a lightning-fast time of 12.45 seconds—a new meet record that reaffirmed her position as one of the world’s top hurdlers.

Her electrifying performance surpassed the previous meet record of 12.51 seconds, which had been set by American Brianna McNeal in 2018. Amusan’s achievement not only wrote her name into the Rabat meet’s history books but also marked her season’s best (SB) in what has already been a stellar year.

Commanding Win in a Star-Studded Field

The event, held just before the meet’s main broadcast began, showcased Amusan’s dominance on the global stage. Right from the gun, she separated herself from the pack with a blistering start and maintained her form and speed all the way through the finish line.

Trailing behind her but still putting on commendable performances were two European stars: Nadine Visser of the Netherlands, who crossed the line in 12.67 seconds (SB) to secure second place, and Poland’s Pia Skrzyszowska, who took third with 12.69 seconds (SB).

All three top finishers recorded their best times of the season, underscoring the high level of competition and intensity of the race.

Full Race Results Reflect Global Quality

The field for the women’s 100m hurdles at Rabat was a diverse mix of top-tier athletes from across the world. Each competitor fought hard, with several notching season or personal bests:

• Ditaji Kambundji (Switzerland) – 12.71 seconds (SB)

• Giada Carmassi (Italy) – 12.81 seconds (PB)

• Elena Carraro (Italy) – 12.89 seconds

• Destiny Huven (USA) – 12.93 seconds

• Sacha Alessandrini (France) – 12.96 seconds (SB)

• Karin Strametz (Austria) – 13.08 seconds (SB)

The wind reading stood at +1.2, well within the legal limit, confirming the legitimacy of the remarkable times posted in this race.

Another Milestone for Amusan

This latest victory and record-breaking run further bolster Amusan’s already impressive resume. The 2022 World Champion and world record holder (with her legendary 12.12 seconds at the World Championships in Oregon) continues to prove her consistency and brilliance in one of track and field’s most technical events.

Her ability to perform under pressure on the Diamond League circuit, where the world’s best compete regularly, speaks volumes about her mental fortitude and physical preparedness heading into a crucial phase of the season.

The 2024 Paris Olympics and this year’s World Athletics Championships are looming large, and Amusan’s current form positions her as a top contender for more global medals and possibly more records.

African Athletics on the Rise

Amusan’s success is also a proud moment for Nigeria and the African continent as a whole. She remains a shining example of African excellence in a sport where the continent has traditionally excelled in middle- and long-distance events, but now increasingly in sprints and technical disciplines.

Her victory adds to a wave of elite African performances on the global stage and inspires a new generation of athletes across the continent.

What’s Next?

With this win under her belt and momentum clearly in her favor, Amusan will likely continue on the Diamond League circuit, where she’s expected to line up in other marquee meets in cities like Paris, Oslo, and Eugene. All eyes will also be on her as she builds toward the major championship events that lie ahead in 2025.

Her performances suggest she has more to offer this season. If her progress continues at this rate, the world may witness another record-breaking feat before the year ends.

As the story of her career unfolds, one thing remains certain: Tobi Amusan isn’t just running races—she’s rewriting history.