Nigeria’s sprint hurdler Tobi Amusan added another milestone to her glittering career on Tuesday, claiming silver in the women’s 100m hurdles at the World Athletics Championships and pocketing $55,000 in combined prize money and bonuses.
A Blazing Performance on the Global Stage
Amusan stormed to a 12.29-second finish, edged out only by Switzerland’s Ditaji Kambundji, who captured gold in a national record of 12.24 seconds. American hurdler Grace Stark clinched bronze with 12.34 seconds, while Brazil’s Masai Russell narrowly missed the podium.
The Tokyo showdown reaffirmed Amusan’s position as one of the world’s elite hurdlers. Coming off her historic 2022 world record (12.12s) and back-to-back African titles, her silver continues Nigeria’s proud tradition in athletics.
Breaking Down the $55,000 Windfall
According to World Athletics, the official prize for a silver medal stands at $35,000. Amusan also earned a $20,000 performance bonus from her kit sponsor, Hiracer, bringing her total haul to $55,000 (about ₦82.5 million at current exchange rates).
Impact Beyond the Podium
The medal not only boosts Nigeria’s medal tally but also strengthens Amusan’s legacy as a trailblazer for African athletes in global competitions. Analysts say her performance underscores her resilience following a challenging 2024 season marred by injuries and controversy.
Amusan is now expected to carry her strong form into the Diamond League circuit later this year as she targets another world title run in 2026.
