Tobi Amusan sets new world record: ‘I had no idea I won

Nigerian Tobi Amusan, 26, beat Americans Harrison Kendria and Ali Nia to set a new World Record for the fastest time in a 100-metre hurdles race.

However, she had no idea she had won, not to talk of setting a record.

Amusan set this record at the Silesia Diamond League, taking place at the Silesian Stadium in Poland.

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Tobi Amusan said: “It was not easy for me with injuries in my hamstring and my knee. But I trusted in my coach and my work.

“It’s all about the process. I just won this in a smooth style; I was just running. Honestly, I had no idea that I won when I crossed the finish line.”

Amusan set a time of 12.34 seconds to become the official fastest time in a 100-meter hurdle race.

She was closely followed by Americans Harrison Kendria and Ali Nia, who came second and third, respectively, at a time of 12.35 and 12.38 seconds.