Ackera Nugent delivered a clutch performance at the Grand Slam Track Miami meet on May 3, 2025. She outlasted a world-class field to claim the Slam champion title and $100,000 prize in the women’s short hurdles group. The event, held at the Ansin Sports Complex in Miramar, Florida, featured a dramatic 100m hurdles final packed with elite talent.
Ackera Nugent tied her personal best of 11.09 seconds in the 100 meters earlier in the meet, securing valuable points for the overall standings. But it was the 100m hurdles final that proved decisive. Nugent faced fierce competition from some of the world’s fastest hurdlers, including Kendra Harrison, Megan Tapper, Alaysha Johnson, and Maribel Vanessa Caicedo.
Final Pace
Tia Jones of the United States set a blistering pace from the gun, surging ahead to finish first. Masai Russell, another American star and one of Nugent’s main rivals throughout the series, also attacked the race aggressively. Nugent, running in lane five, stayed composed and maintained her rhythm over each barrier.
As the race unfolded, Kendra Harrison and Megan Tapper pushed hard in the middle lanes, with Harrison closing quickly in the final meters. Nugent, however, held her form and crossed the line in 12.34 seconds, securing third place behind Jones and Russell. Jones clocked a world-class 12.17 seconds, with Russell just behind at 12.19. Harrison finished fourth in 12.40, while Tapper placed fifth in 12.50.
Despite finishing third in the final, Nugent’s consistency across both the 100m and 100m hurdles throughout the Grand Slam Track series allowed her to accumulate enough points to win the overall title. Her ability to deliver strong performances under pressure set her apart from her competitors, many of whom posted season or personal bests in Miami.
Nugent’s victory was not just about one race- it was the result of tactical racing, focus, and resilience against a field stacked with Olympic and World Championship medalists.
Ackera Nugent’s $100K Birthday Win at GST Miami
Ackera Nugent celebrated her 23rd birthday with a big win at Grand Slam Track in Miami. She earned $100,000 by winning the Short Hurdles race.
Nugent scored 18 points, beating tough competitors. This birthday gift shows her hard work and talent. Her win proves she is one of the best hurdlers today.
Meanwhile, Nugent’s birthday became extra special with this big prize. She continues to inspire young athletes everywhere.
Her composure and execution in the face of fierce competition have firmly established her as one of the world’s premier sprint hurdlers as the Grand Slam Track series continues.
