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Masai Russell Storms to 100m Hurdles World Ultimate Title
Masai Russell has added another major title to her growing collection after storming to victory in the women’s 100m hurdles at the 2026 World Ultimate Championships in Budapest. The American produced a commanding performance, powering through the hurdles before crossing the finish line in 12.22 seconds to claim the gold……
Masai Russell has added another major title to her growing collection after storming to victory in the women’s 100m hurdles at the 2026 World Ultimate Championships in Budapest.
The American produced a commanding performance, powering through the hurdles before crossing the finish line in 12.22 seconds to claim the gold medal.
Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan finished second in 12.34 seconds, while Nadine Visser of the Netherlands completed the podium in 12.39 seconds. Jamaica’s Megan Simmonds also impressed with a season-best performance to finish fifth.
Russell’s victory further strengthens her status among the leading hurdlers in the world, having already won Olympic gold and established herself as a world-record holder.
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She delivered when it mattered most in Budapest, handling the pressure and holding off a strong field to secure the Ultimate Championship title.
Women’s 100m Hurdles Final Results
Masai RUSSELL – United States – 12.22
Tobi AMUSAN – Nigeria – 12.34
Nadine VISSER – Netherlands – 12.39
Devynne CHARLTON – Bahamas – 12.40
Megan SIMMONDS – Jamaica – 12.42 SB
Alaysha JOHNSON – United States – 12.46
Pia SKRZYSZOWSKA – Poland – 12.52
Alia ARMSTRONG – United States – 12.77
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