The 2025 Prefontaine Classic is poised for an epic 400m hurdles clash on July 5th, with Rai Benjamin at its heart. Fresh off a strong season, Benjamin faces formidable challenges from track titans. Karsten Warholm, the aggressive former world record holder, will push the pace from the gun, while Alison dos Santos threatens to disrupt Benjamin’s rhythm mid-race with his powerful hurdling. The field deepens with Abderrahman Samba’s explosive kick, the hunger of CJ Allen and Trevor Bassitt, and emerging Jamaican and Nigerian talents. For Benjamin to triumph, he’ll need a masterful blend of aggression, energy conservation, and flawless technique, making this a true test of his speed, tactics, and resilience.