Ackera Nugent and Devynne Charlton Set For Top Sprint Hurdles Clash in Stockholm Diamond League Showdown

STOCKHOLM, Sweden – A thrilling women’s 100m hurdles race is set to light up the Stockholm Diamond League on June 15, as four of the world’s finest sprint hurdlers, including Jamaica’s Ackera Nugent and The Bahamas’ Devynne Charlton, go head-to-head in one of the season’s most anticipated matchups.

Jamaica’s Ackera NugentNugent, one of the most consistent performers this season, will use the race as a crucial test ahead of Jamaica’s national trials.

The rising star has delivered strong finishes throughout the circuit and will look to cement her status as a top contender.

Standing in her way is Charlton, the world indoor 60m hurdles record holder, who has been a dominant force on the international stage this season.

The Bahamian speedster is known for her explosive starts and will be a major threat in Stockholm.

Also in the mix is Grace Stark of the United States, the current Diamond League standings leader after her victory in Keqiao. Stark has made significant strides this season and will aim to strengthen her position in the series.

Completing the star-studded lineup is the Netherlands’ Nadine Visser, a two-time European indoor champion with vast experience in Stockholm, having raced there four times since 2018.

With the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo just months away, this high-stakes showdown will serve as a key benchmark for all four athletes as they fine-tune their form for the global stage.