Amusan storms to Rabat Diamond League diadem

...Sets new meet record

By Maxwell Kumoye 
 
 

Nigeria's sprint hurdles queen, Tobi Amusan, continued her impressive return to form on Sunday, racing to victory in the women's 100m hurdles at the Rabat Diamond League in Morocco.

The African and world record holder produced a commanding performance, crossing the finish line in 12.28 seconds to equal her season's best and establish a new meet record with a legal wind reading of +1.2m/s.

Amusan finished comfortably ahead of Bahamas' Devynne Charlton, who placed second in 12.40 seconds, while Netherlands' Nadine Visser claimed third place in 12.47 seconds.

The victory further underlines the Nigerian star's growing momentum ahead of a busy international season.

Amusan has been steadily building form throughout the year, delivering strong performances in the opening two Diamond League meetings in China before extending her fine run in Rabat.

Her latest triumph comes on the heels of another major success after she recently captured gold in the women's 100m hurdles at the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) Senior Athletics Championships in Accra, Ghana, reaffirming her status as Africa's premier hurdler.

Having endured a challenging 2024 season by her lofty standards, Amusan appears to be rediscovering the rhythm and confidence that made her a global sensation. 

The 12.28-second effort in Rabat not only matched her season's best but also sent a strong message to her rivals as the countdown continues toward the major championships later this year.

With victories in Accra and Rabat, coupled with encouraging displays on the Diamond League circuit, the Nigerian star looks firmly on course to challenge for more honours and further cement her place among the world's elite sprint hurdlers.

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