World record holder Tobi Amusan equalled her season’s best of 12.28s to win the women’s 100m hurdles at the Paris Diamond League on Sunday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.
The Nigerian stormed to victory ahead of American pair Grace Stark, who finished second in 12.38s, and Alaysha Johnson, who placed third in 12.39s.
Amusan produced a strong finish after reeling in Nadine Visser, who had taken an early lead, before pulling clear of the field to secure a comfortable victory.
It was the third time the 28-year-old had clocked 12.28s this season, having recorded the same time at the Xiamen Diamond League and the Rabat Diamond League in May.
The victory was Amusan’s second on the Diamond League circuit this season, following her triumph in Rabat. She also claimed victory at the New Taipei City Athletics Open earlier this month.
The Nigerian began the season after winning a fourth consecutive African title and has continued to build momentum with each outing ahead of the Diamond League final and the Commonwealth Games later this year.
Amusan, who won three consecutive Diamond League titles between 2021 and 2023, will be aiming to reclaim the crown this season.
Abiodun, who reports Sports for PUNCH, covers different tiers of the Nigerian football league, the national teams, as well as cricket, in the last six years
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