Tobi Amusan of Nigeria claims that she can consistently smash records and that her breaking the world record was no accident.
The Nigerian shattered Gail Devers’ 22-year-old meeting mark on Thursday by winning in 12.29 seconds, defending her Diamond League victory, and capping off a record-breaking year in style.
Tia Jones of the United States came in second with a time of 12.40, Britany Anderson of Jamaica came in third with a time of 12.42, and Jasmine Camacho-Quinn came in fourth with a time of 12.49.
With victories in the World Championship, Commonwealth, and Africa Championships already under her belt, the victory capped off what can be considered a stellar year for the sprinter.
She acknowledged being apprehensive before the race in Zurich but expressed happiness at her victory.
She claimed that her victory served more as proof to herself that she was capable of repeating the valiant act of breaking the World Record.
According to her, “I was scared to the teeth getting on the line, but I had to just keep my calm. I am just thankful to have come out here (Zurich) and got the win.
“Pressure? It was more of proving to myself. I broke the World Record, and I can do it over and over again. It wasn’t just a one-time thing.
“Even though after the World Championships, it took a while for me to get back into my rhythm but with enough rest, I was able to bounce back. I am thankful. God is faithful.”
