Diamond League Delights: Records Shattered at Paris Meet

At the Paris Diamond League, champions like Marileidy Paulino, Faith Cherotich, and Grace Stark became record breakers, overcoming rivals in sensational athletic displays. Cherotich stunned in the steeplechase, Stark excelled in hurdles, and Paulino claimed the 400m gold, while Habz smashed the 1500m national record.

Devdiscourse News Desk | Paris | Updated: 21-06-2025 04:11 IST | Created: 21-06-2025 04:11 IST

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Olympic champion Marileidy Paulino emerged victorious against Salwa Eid Naser, clocking a season's best of 48.81 seconds in the women's 400m at the Paris Diamond League. Despite struggles, Paulino pipped 2022 silver medallist Naser, setting a new meet record.

Kenyan athlete Faith Cherotich clinched the 3,000m steeplechase, outpacing Ugandan Peruth Chemutai, achieving a personal best of 8:53.37. The 20-year-old triumphed in Paris, following her similar victories in Doha and Oslo, bracing for the upcoming World Championships.

In the women's 100m hurdles, Grace Stark defeated Nigerian record holder Tobi Amusan, achieving her personal best of 12.21 seconds. Meanwhile, Rai Benjamin set a meeting record in the men's 400m hurdles, easing past the competition. High jumper Yaroslava Mahuchikh fell short this time, eclipsed by Australia's Nicola Olyslagers.

(With inputs from agencies.)