Charles Dobson produced the performance of his career to defeat British record-holder Matthew Hudson-Smith in the men’s 400m final at London Diamond League. Dobson clocked a scintillating personal best of 44.14 seconds to claim his first-ever Diamond League victory.
Running out of lane 7, the 24-year-old Dobson surged past the pre-race favourite Hudson-Smith in the final 100 metres, showcasing remarkable composure and power.
Full Results – Men’s 400m Final,
| Position | Name | Nationality | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charles Dobson | GBR | 44.14 | PB (Personal Best) |
| 2 | Matthew Hudson-Smith | GBR | 44.27 | |
| 3 | Zakithi Nene | RSA | 44.29 | |
| 4 | Vernon Norwood | USA | 44.34 | SB (Season Best) |
| 5 | Busang Collen Kebinatshipi | BOT | 44.51 | =SB |
| 6 | Reece Holder | AUS | 44.76 | |
| 7 | Bayapo Ndori | BOT | 45.30 | |
| 8 | Toby Harries | GBR | 45.41 |
Hudson-Smith, the reigning European champion and current area record-holder, finished second in 44.27 seconds. South Africa’s Zakithi Nene completed the podium with a strong 44.29 performance.
The race not only elevated Dobson’s profile in the global athletics circuit but also added crucial Diamond League points to his name, placing him firmly in contention for the final showdown of the season.
With this breakthrough, Dobson moves up the qualification rankings and adds his name to the growing list of British sprint stars making their mark on the international stage