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European 400m hurdles record holder Femke Bol is set to compete this weekend, showcasing peak physical condition.
Dutch woman Femke Bol is set to dazzle the athletic world again at the upcoming London Diamond League this Saturday.
Following a phenomenal performance where she clocked an astounding 50.95 seconds in the 400m hurdles at La Chaux-de-Fonds, Bol has solidified her status as a premier athlete in track and field.
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Bol’s record-breaking run not only shattered her previous European record of 51.45 seconds set at last year’s London Diamond League but also marked her as the holder of the third fastest time ever recorded in women's 400m hurdles history.
"I think I am in the form of my life. Training is going well and also competition. I have never felt stronger, and that's a great feeling going into the Olympics," she confessed at London Diamond League press conference.
Her upcoming appearance in London is eagerly anticipated, as it poses a significant test against some of the world’s best hurdlers.
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Bol’s season and personal best time of 50.95 seconds will be the benchmark as she faces formidable competitors.
Jamaican hurdler Rushell Clayton, who has a personal best of 52.51 seconds, and Andrenette Knight, also from Jamaica, with a personal best of 53.26 seconds, are among the top challengers.
Britain’s Jessie Knight and Lina Nielsen, with personal bests of 54.59 seconds and 54.43 seconds respectively, will also vie for top positions.
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Moreover, American athlete Shamier Little, who boasts a personal best of 52.39 seconds, and Cathelijn Peeters from the Netherlands, with a time of 54.31 seconds, add to the intense competition.
Shiann Salmon of Jamaica, with a strong personal best of 53.71 seconds, is another athlete to watch in this high-stakes race.
Femke Bol’s exceptional form and unyielded determination make her one of the favorites for not only the Diamond League but also the upcoming Olympic games.
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Her competitors know that surpassing her will require them to perform at their absolute best adding an extra layer of excitement to the event.
Bol's current form promises an electrifying performance that could redefine the boundaries of women's 400m hurdles.
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