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Amusan Risks Missing Wc Over Fresh Charges

POSTED ON July 18, 2023 •   Athletics      BY Samuel O . Adeniyi

Tobi Amusan, the holder of the women's hurdles world record might miss the upcoming world championships scheduled for next month.

This is as she revealed on Wednesday that she is facing an alleged anti-doping rule violation.

Amusan took to her Instagram disclosing that the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) has charged her with an alleged violation due to missing three tests within a span of 12 months.

The A-list track athlete made history last year at the World Athletics Championships by setting the current world record for the women's 100m hurdles with an incredible time of 12.12 seconds.

With her remarkable achievements, she has established herself as one of the leading contenders in track sport.

Determined to clear her name and overcome these charges, the 26-year-old athlete expressed her commitment to resolving the matter before the upcoming competition in Budapest.

Despite the ongoing situation, Tobi Amusan showcased her prowess on the track at the Silesia Diamond League competition in Poland last Sunday, where she set a new meeting record of 12.34 seconds.

However, in the recent Golden Spike athletics meet held in the Czech Republic, Amusan finished in third place in the women's 100m hurdles.

She faced tough competition from reigning Olympic champion Jasmine Camacho-Quinn of Puerto Rico, who secured victory with a time of 12.42 seconds.

Amidst the challenges she currently faces, reporters asked Tobi Amusan about the possibility of improving her world record pace even further.

Confident and determined, she responded, "Nothing is impossible, and 11 seconds? Most definitely."

Nevertheless, when it comes to the ongoing debate in the athletics community about raising hurdles to prioritize technique over speed, Amusan expressed reservations.

Standing at a height of 5'1 (156 centimetres), she appealed, "Don't do that, don't raise the hurdles. Please."

As the athletics world awaits the resolution of the anti-doping rule violation charges, fans and fellow athletes hope to witness Tobi Amusan's outstanding talent and determination on display once again at the upcoming world championships.

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