Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan secured a silver medal in the women’s 100m hurdles at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on Monday, September 15, 2025.
The 28-year-old athlete also gained $55,000 (about N82.5 million) in total earnings from prize money and bonuses. This achievement highlights her excellence on the track.
Race Highlights
Amusan finished second with a time of 12.29 seconds. Switzerland’s Ditaji Kambundji took gold in a national record 12.24 seconds. U.S. runner Grace Stark claimed bronze at 12.34 seconds. Fellow American Masai Russell placed fourth in 12.44 seconds after hitting hurdles.
The final was highly competitive. Poland’s Pia Skrzyszowska came fifth in 12.49 seconds, tying Bahamian Devynne Charlton. Jamaica’s defending champion Danielle Williams was seventh at 12.53 seconds. Netherlands’ Nadine Visser ended eighth in 12.56 seconds.
Amusan’s Semifinal Strength
Amusan dominated her semifinal, winning in 12.36 seconds. This strong showing made her a top favorite. Though Kambundji surged ahead late, Amusan’s silver marks Nigeria’s 12th World Championships medal.
Prize Money Breakdown
World Athletics offered $8,498,000 total prizes. For individual events, gold earns $70,000, silver $35,000, and bronze $22,000. Amusan’s silver nets her $35,000 (N52.5 million at N1,501.41 per dollar).
Hiracer, Nigeria’s kit supplier for Tokyo 2025, added bonuses. They outfit 20 countries, including Algeria and Zambia. Gold gets $30,000, silver $20,000, and bronze $10,000. Athletics Federation of Nigeria President Tonobok Okowa confirmed this.
For her silver, Amusan receives $20,000 from Hiracer (N30 million). Combined, her total is $55,000 (N82.5 million).
Legacy and Consistency
Amusan, from Ogun State, builds on her 2022 Eugene gold and world record of 12.12 seconds. This silver solidifies her as Nigeria’s top hurdler and a global star.
