Nigeria’s track sensation Tobi Amusan has stormed her way into the women’s 100m hurdles final at the Tokyo 2025 World Championships, keeping the country’s hopes alive for a medal on the global stage.

The 27-year-old sprint star delivered a commanding performance in her semifinal heat, crossing the line first in 12.36 seconds despite a slight headwind of -0.2. The time not only secured her place in the final but also stands as the fastest mark heading into the showdown.

Amusan finished ahead of strong contenders Nadine Visser of the Netherlands and Poland’s Pia Skrzyszowska, who clocked 12.45s and 12.51s, respectively. The result reaffirmed Amusan’s reputation as the world record holder and a top contender for gold in Tokyo.

Her victory in the semifinal heat comes as a major boost for Team Nigeria, as fans eagerly anticipate whether she can translate her dominant form into a medal-winning performance in the final.

For Amusan, who has consistently proven her resilience on the world stage, the qualification is more than just progress, it is a statement that she remains one of the fiercest competitors in her event.

All eyes will now be on the women’s 100m hurdles final, where Amusan will look to crown her effort with another historic achievement for Nigeria.