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Masai Russell sets new 100m hurdles world record in Zurich

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 7:44 PM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Masai Russell sets new 100m hurdles world record in Zurich

Summary

Masai Russell set a new world record in the 100m hurdles, clocking 12.09 seconds during a Diamond League meet in Zurich on August 27, 2026. This achievement surpasses the previous record of 12.12 seconds set by Tobi Amusan at the 2022 World Championships. Russell's performance not only secures her Olympic gold medal in the event but also marks her rise as a top competitor, having previously recorded the second- and third-fastest times in history. Tobi Amusan finished as runner-up with a time of 12.23 seconds. Russell aims to maintain her momentum leading into future competitions.

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By the Numbers

•Masai Russell ran 12.09 seconds to break the world record.
•The event took place in Zurich on August 27, 2026.
•Tobi Amusan, the previous record holder, finished second in 12.23 seconds.
•Russell previously recorded the second- and third-fastest times in history.
•This win adds to Russell's accolades, including an Olympic gold.

Latest Updates

1:25 PMYahoo Sports — Masai Russell world record celebrated in Nike video with Questlove, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce
7:44 PMBBC Sport — Second world record of the night in Zurich goes to Russell in the 100m hurdles
7:25 PMYahoo Sports — Masai Russell breaks 100m hurdles world record in Zurich

What they're saying

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American Masai Russell storms to victory in the women's 100m hurdles in a remarkable 12.09 seconds, breaking the world record at the Diamond League in Zurich.
— BBC Sport