Ostrava Games: Tobi Amusan Blazes to Victory in Women’s 100m Hurdles

Tobi Amusan showcased her world-class speed and technique to claim first place in the women’s 100m hurdles at the Ostrava Games on June 24, 2025.

Running in lane 4, Amusan powered through the hurdles with flawless precision, crossing the finish line in 12.45 seconds with a reaction time of 0.145 seconds. Her performance electrified the crowd and reaffirmed her status as one of the top hurdlers on the global stage.

The race, held at 18:35 local time with a favourable +1.4 m/s wind, featured a strong field of international competitors. Viktória Forster of Slovakia secured second place with a season-best 12.74 seconds, while Ireland’s Sarah Lavin finished closely behind in third with a season-best 12.76 seconds.

Moreover, the tight competition kept the audience engaged throughout the race.

Here are the official results from the women’s 100m hurdles final:

Pos. Name Nationality Lane Result Reaction Time Notes
1 Tobi Amusan Nigeria 4 12.45 0.145
2 Viktória Forster Slovakia 6 12.74 0.156 Season Best (SB)
3 Sarah Lavin Ireland 5 12.76 0.144 Season Best (SB)
4 Karin Strametz Austria 7 12.83 0.141
5 Anna Tóth Hungary 3 12.86 0.147
6 Elena Carraro Italy 2 13.01 0.177
7 Helena Jiranová Czech Republic 1 13.27 0.135

Amusan’s commanding win at Ostrava highlights her exceptional form this season and sets her up as a strong contender for upcoming international competitions. The fierce rivalry among the top finishers promises exciting races ahead in the women’s 100m hurdles.

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