Tobi Amusan wins Paris Diamond League 100m hurdles

Nigerian hurdler Tobi Amusan delivered a dominant performance to win the women's 100-meter hurdles at the Paris Diamond League meet on Sunday, June 28, 2026. The world record holder clocked a season-best time of 12.28 seconds at Stade Charléty, securing a comfortable victory and reinforcing her status as a top contender for the Diamond League Final.

Amusan finished well ahead of American Grace Stark, who placed second in 12.38 seconds. Another American, Alaysha Johnson, took third in 12.39 seconds. The win marks the third time this season Amusan has recorded a time of 12.28 seconds, having previously achieved it at the Xiamen and Rabat Diamond League meetings earlier in the year. This consistency underscores her position among the world's elite sprint hurdlers.

The 29-year-old executed a technically flawless race despite challenging conditions. A severe heatwave across France prompted organizers to revise the meet schedule and cancel lower-tier youth and regional club events. With track temperatures reaching 32 degrees Celsius, Amusan exploded from the starting blocks, established a clear lead by the midway point, and cruised to victory.

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