Jamal Britt aims for first U.S. title at Outdoor Championships

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Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Jamal Britt aims for first U.S. title at Outdoor Championships
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Jamal Britt, 27, competes at the USATF Outdoor Championships in New York City this weekend, aiming for his first national title in the 110m hurdles. Britt, seeded first, has achieved a personal best of 12.86 seconds and has broken the 13-second barrier four times this year. He has shown significant progress this season, coming from challenging financial circumstances and a near eviction in 2024. As he prepares for the final day of the four-day competition, Britt hopes to secure his place in future global championships.

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  • Britt trains in North Carolina under Allen Johnson.
  • He has won multiple races this season across various locations.
  • Britt signed a sponsorship deal with Nike before the Prefontaine Classic.
  • His best time is just 11 hundredths off the world record.
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  • 12:06 PMYahoo SportsJamal Britt, once nearly evicted and briefly without power, finds his groove in 110m hurdles
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Jamal Britt can win his first U.S. title at age 27 at the USATF Outdoor Championships.

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