Masai Russell — Biography

Born on June 17, 2000, Masai Russell is a prominent American athlete specializing in sprinting and hurdling. Her athletic career reached a pinnacle in 2024 when she captured the gold medal in the 100-meter hurdles at the Summer Olympic Games. Russell also holds the distinction of being the U.S. NCAA record holder in the 100-meter hurdles. Her athletic achievements are further underscored by her personal best times: 12.25 seconds in the 100-meter hurdles, a mark that places her tied for fifth all-time, 7.75 seconds in the 60-meter hurdles, ranking her thirteenth all-time, and 54.66 seconds in the 400-meter hurdles.