Tobi Amusan once again proved her consistency on the global stage, earning a silver medal in the women’s 100m hurdles at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on Monday. The 28-year-old not only extended her medal streak but also secured a financial boost, walking away with a combined $55,000 (₦82.5m) in prize money and sponsorship bonuses.
Amusan stormed to second place with an impressive 12.29 seconds, finishing just behind Switzerland’s Ditaji Kambundji, who stunned the field by clocking 12.24 seconds, a new Swiss national record. American Grace Stark clinched bronze in 12.34 seconds, while her compatriot Masai Russell narrowly missed the podium after hitting several hurdles to finish fourth in 12.44 seconds.
World Athletics had earlier confirmed that the total prize purse for Tokyo 2025 stood at $8.5 million, with allocations across all events. In the individual category, silver medallists are guaranteed $35,000, and Amusan rightly claimed her share.
However, her earnings did not stop there. Nigeria’s official kit supplier, Hiracer, pledged additional podium bonuses to athletes before the competition began. The company, which also outfits over 20 nations, promised $20,000 to every silver medallist. With this bonus, Amusan’s take-home soared to a remarkable $55,000.
This latest achievement underlines her reputation as Nigeria’s most decorated track star. Amusan, who famously set a world record of 12.12 seconds and won gold in Eugene 2022, has once again delivered at the highest level. Her silver medal in Tokyo also marks Nigeria’s 12th medal in World Championships history, reinforcing her role as a national icon.
Although she fell just short of repeating her golden feat, Amusan’s performance cements her place among the world’s elite hurdlers. With her consistency, determination, and growing legacy, she continues to inspire the next generation of African athletes.
