Tobi Amusan clinches third consecutive women’s 100m hurdles title at African games
Tobi Amusan has once again asserted her dominance in the women’s 100m hurdles at the African Games, securing her third consecutive medal in the event held in Ghana.
The world record holder showcased her exceptional skill and speed, clocking an impressive 12.89 seconds to clinch yet another gold medal.
Despite facing a false start scare that could have potentially led to her disqualification, Amusan remained focused and determined, ultimately overcoming the challenge to emerge victorious.
Her triumph marks a historic achievement, as she becomes the first athlete in African Games history to achieve a three-peat of titles in the women’s 100m hurdles event after previous triumphs in Congo Brazzaville (2015) and Rabat (2019) .
Additionally, her win extends Nigeria’s unbeaten streak as the reigning champions in the competition since its inception.
Amusan’s remarkable performance solidifies her status as a legend in African athletics, further cementing her place among the continent’s greatest athletes.