The reigning world record holder has been one of the standout athletes in the women's 100m hurdles, consistently delivering strong results across the Diamond League circuit. Her steady form has earned her 28 points from five meetings, securing an early place in the season-ending championship scheduled for September 4 and 5 in Brussels, Belgium.
Amusan currently occupies second place in the Diamond League standings, trailing only American rival Masai Russell, who leads the rankings with 32 points. With four meetings still to come in London, Lausanne, Silesia and Zurich, both athletes have additional opportunities to fine-tune their preparations before the final showdown in Belgium.
The rivalry between Amusan and Russell has become one of the biggest storylines in women's sprint hurdles this season. Russell currently holds the fastest time in the world in 2026 after clocking 12.14 seconds, while Amusan has posted a season's best of 12.28 seconds, a time she has remarkably matched on three separate occasions, underlining her consistency at the highest level.
The Brussels final is expected to provide another chapter in their growing rivalry, with Amusan aiming to reclaim the Diamond League crown. The Nigerian enjoyed a dominant spell in the competition, winning three consecutive Diamond League titles from 2021 to 2023, and will be seeking a fourth overall championship.
Beyond her recent achievements, Amusan remains one of the most accomplished athletes in the history of the event. She continues to hold the women's 100m hurdles world record of 12.12 seconds, set during her historic run to the world title in Eugene four years ago—a performance that cemented her place among the greatest hurdlers the sport has ever produced.
Having already secured qualification with races still remaining on the calendar, Amusan can now focus on building momentum and sharpening her form as she targets another Diamond League triumph and continues her pursuit of global success.