'I hope to get it tomorrow'-Femke Bol & Anna Cockrell eye record at Diamond League Silesia in 400m hurdles

'I hope to get it tomorrow'-Femke Bol & Anna Cockrell eye record at Diamond League Silesia in 400m hurdles

Festus Chuma 20:45 - 24.08.2024

Dutch hurdler Femke Bol has revealed her target at Diamond League Silesia where she will be facing strong competitors like Anna Cockrell.

World Champion Femke Bol is set to electrify the Silesian Stadium as she aims to break another record at the upcoming Silesia Kamila Skolimowska Memorial in Chorzów, Poland.

Fresh off shattering her own meet record in the women's 400-meter hurdles at the Lausanne Diamond League, Bol is not just racing against the clock—she is racing against a field of formidable opponents, making this one of the most anticipated events of the season.

At the heart of Bol's challenge is the 400 meters hurdles a discipline she has mastered with a personal best of 50.95 seconds achieved earlier this season.

However, standing in her way are several world-class athletes, including American hurdler Anna Cockrell, who has shown remarkable consistency with a season-best matching her personal record at 51.87 seconds.

The competition intensifies with the presence of Delilah Muhammad from the USA, whose season best of 54.16 seconds belies her potential, given her personal best stands at an impressive 51.58 seconds.

Another American, Shamier Little, brings her best season time of 52.78 seconds into the mix, hinting at the depth of talent ready to take the stage in Chorzów.

Representing Jamaica, Russell Clayton and Shiann Salmon are not to be underestimated. Both athletes bring their season and personal bests into the fray, with times of 52.51 seconds and 53.13 seconds respectively.

Andreneette Knight, also from Jamaica, along with Anna Ryzhykova from Ukraine, add to the robust lineup, promising a race that could very well see records tumble.

The Silesian Stadium, known for its superb track and enthusiastic crowds, holds a special place in Bol’s heart.

"Yeah, I think it's my favorite in the world. I also like it, but my coach really likes it; he thinks it's the best track. It has great bends for the 400m. It's really just an amazing stadium and that's always why we're also happy to be here," she said.

Bol is keenly aware of the meet record currently held by her teammate Victoria.

"I actually know because it's one of my teammate's, Victoria’s, so I sent her a message yesterday and I hope to get it tomorrow, even though it would be nice for her to also still have it," Bol shared.

All eyes will be on the Netherlands hundler who has not only the speed but the heart to make history once again in her favorite stadium.

"It's really just an amazing stadium and that's always why we're also happy to be here."