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Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan has disclosed that an injury sustained before the 2026 Commonwealth Games affected her bid to win a third consecutive women’s 100 metres hurdles title.
The world record holder settled for the bronze medal in Thursday night’s final after clocking 12.60 seconds, ending her reign as Commonwealth champion. Amusan had previously won gold at the 2018 Games on Australia’s Gold Coast and successfully defended her title four years later in Birmingham.
Bahamas hurdler Devynne Charlton claimed the gold medal with a winning time of 12.33 seconds, while Jamaica’s Megan Simmons secured silver after crossing the line in 12.41 seconds.
Speaking after the race, Amusan revealed she had been managing a knee problem following a fall during training camp in the build up to the competition. Despite the setback, she expressed gratitude for being able to compete and finish on the podium.
“I had a pretty bad fall at training camp, so I’ve been a bit concerned about my knee coming into this meet,” Amusan said. “But I’m just thankful I was able to hold it together and get on the podium once again.”
Although she was unable to extend her remarkable winning streak at the Commonwealth Games, the 29 year old’s bronze medal ensured she maintained her record of reaching the podium in the event at three consecutive editions of the competition.
Attention will now turn to Amusan’s recovery as she prepares for the remainder of the athletics season, with the Nigerian expected to focus on regaining full fitness ahead of upcoming international championships.
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