Nigerian quarter-miler, Usenbor Joy Osaretin, delivered a standout performance at the Florida Relays, clocking a lifetime best of 53.00 seconds to finish third in Heat 3 of the women’s 400m on Friday.
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The impressive run, which saw her narrowly miss dipping below the 53-second barrier, marks a significant improvement from her previous outdoor season opener, where she recorded 53.47s just two weeks ago. With this performance, Osaretin continues to build strong momentum in what promises to be a breakthrough season.
The Florida Relays, known for attracting top-tier collegiate and professional athletes, provided a competitive field, and Osaretin rose to the occasion with poise and determination. Her progression in just two weeks reflects her dedication and the gains from her training efforts.
This outing represents only her second outdoor meet of the season, yet she has already signaled her intent to join the elite sub-53s club — a milestone that seems well within reach if her current trajectory continues.
