Nigerian sprint queen Tobi Amusan made a strong return to the track at the Xiamen Diamond League in China, clocking a season’s best of 12.74 seconds in the women’s 100m hurdles final.
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The event, held on Saturday, saw Jamaica’s Danielle Williams take the victory with an impressive 12.53 seconds. Despite finishing fourth, Amusan’s performance was a significant improvement, setting the tone for an exciting season ahead as she continues her build-up towards major competitions later this year.
Amusan, the former world champion and world record holder, showed signs of her top form returning, keeping pace with a competitive field that included several of the world’s best hurdlers.
Her season debut in Xiamen is expected to serve as a launchpad for even stronger performances, with fans and analysts optimistic about what lies ahead for the 27-year-old star.
The Xiamen Diamond League is part of the prestigious Wanda Diamond League series, attracting elite athletes from across the globe, and Amusan’s appearance was met with great excitement from her supporters in Nigeria and beyond.
