Amusan delivered one of her strongest performances of the season to finish ahead of a world-class field.
Nigeria’s world record holder Tobi Amusan delivered another stunning performance on the international stage after breaking the meeting record to win the women’s 100m hurdles at the Rabat Diamond League in Morocco.
The Nigerian sprint hurdler stormed to victory in a time of 12.28 seconds, smashing her previous meeting record and securing her first Diamond League win of the 2026 season.
Amusan’s winning time matched her season’s best and further strengthened her status as one of the leading contenders in the women’s hurdles heading into the major championships later this year.
Dominant Performance From Nigeria’s Hurdles Queen
Competing against a strong field, Amusan showed her class from the opening hurdles before gradually pulling away from her rivals.
Bahamian athlete Devynne Charlton finished second in 12.40 seconds, while Dutch hurdler Nadine Visser claimed third place with a time of 12.47 seconds.
The Nigerian’s performance improved on the previous meeting record of 12.45 seconds, which she had set in Rabat last year.
Her latest victory underlined her consistency at the highest level and marked a significant step forward after opening the Diamond League season with third and second-place finishes in her earlier races.
Strong Response After Early Season Challenges
The victory represents an important moment in Amusan’s 2026 campaign.
Having faced intense competition from some of the world’s top hurdlers during the opening stages of the season, the 29-year-old responded with a commanding display that reminded athletics fans of her world-class pedigree.
The performance also highlighted her growing momentum as she continues preparations for upcoming international competitions.
Nigeria’s Athletics Star Continues To Deliver
Amusan remains one of Nigeria’s most successful athletes and one of the country’s biggest sporting ambassadors on the global stage.
The world record holder has consistently delivered strong performances in major competitions, including Diamond League events, World Championships and continental championships.
Her latest success in Rabat further reinforces her reputation as one of the most dominant athletes in women’s sprint hurdles.
Eyes On Bigger Targets Ahead
With her first Diamond League victory of the season now secured, attention will shift to the next phase of Amusan’s campaign.
The Nigerian star will be aiming to build on her current form as she targets more titles and podium finishes throughout the year.
If her record-breaking performance in Rabat is any indication, Amusan appears to be hitting top form at exactly the right time.
For Nigerian athletics fans, the latest victory offers another reminder of why she remains one of the country’s most reliable medal prospects on the world stage.