Nigerian sprint hurdler Adaobi Tabugbo made history on Saturday, storming to a stunning 7.99s in the women’s 60m hurdles final at the Big 12 Championships, securing a silver medal and officially joining the elite sub-8s club.
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Competing against a strong field, Tabugbo delivered a powerful performance, shaving off crucial milliseconds to dip under the highly respected 8-second barrier for the first time in her career. Her 7.99s finish not only earned her a spot on the podium but also reaffirmed her status as one of Nigeria’s rising stars in the hurdles.
The Big 12 Championships, known for producing top-tier collegiate talents, witnessed a fiercely contested 60m hurdles final, but Tabugbo proved her mettle, keeping pace with the best and delivering a statement performance.
With this achievement, Tabugbo becomes one of the few Nigerian athletes to break the 8-second barrier indoors, signaling greater things to come as she continues her journey toward international prominence.
