Kingston, Jamaica – Nigerian Athlete Tobi Amusan set a world-leading time at the Jamaica Athletics Invitational on Saturday (11 May), solidifying her status as one of the top athletes in the sport.
Amusan, 27, clocked an impressive 12.40 seconds in the 100m hurdles, outpacing her competitors in a race that drew global attention to Kingston. The wind-assisted time (0.9m/s) not only earned her the victory but also marked her as the fastest woman in the world in this event for the year.
The reigning world record holder faced stiff competition from Danielle Williams, the former world champion, who finished closely behind with a season’s best of 12.46 seconds. American Christina Clemons completed the podium, securing third place with a time of 12.54 seconds.
This victory is particularly significant for Amusan, who has now overtaken American Tonea Marshall as the world leader. Marshall previously held the fastest time of the year at 12.42 seconds.
“Tobi Amusan’s performance today was nothing short of spectacular,” said a track and field analyst at the event. “Her ability to consistently perform at this level is a testament to her hard work and dedication to the sport.”
Amusan’s rise to prominence has been meteoric. Since her debut on the international scene, she has broken records and won numerous titles, including her historic gold at the 2022 World Championships, where she set the current world record of 12.12 seconds during the semi-finals.
The athlete’s success on the track has made her a national hero in Nigeria and an inspiration to many aspiring athletes around the globe. Her performance in Kingston is expected to be a major highlight of her career, showcasing her as a dominant force in women’s hurdling as she prepares for upcoming global competitions.
As the athletics season progresses, all eyes will be on Amusan to see if she can maintain her lead and possibly set new records. Her next appearance is highly anticipated by fans and competitors alike, who are eager to see how far her talent can take her.
