Cordell Tinch Stuns Jamaican Duo to Retain 110m Hurdles Crown in the US at World Championships

Cordell Tinch was in sensational form as he stormed to victory in the men's 110m hurdles, retaining the world title in the US for another year.

Following defending champion Grant Holloway's elimination in the semifinal, there would be a new champion crowned in the men's 110m hurdles final.

Cordell Tinch, Orlando Bennett, and home talent Rachid Muratake led the charge in the hotly contested race, looking to usher in a new era of the hurdles.

Grant Holloway had dominated the distance since the 2019 World Championships in Doha, Qatar, where he won his first gold medal. He proceeded to defend his title on home soil, competing at the 2022 World Championships in Eugene, Oregon.

Grant Holloway was then in a class of his own at the 2023 World Championships in Budapest, Hungary, as he dominantly won. A knee injury slowed him down this season, and he could not replicate his indoor form outdoors and was forced to exit the World Championships after finishing sixth in his semifinal.

World Athletics Championships: Men's 110m Hurdles Final

The men's 110m hurdles remained in the US, with Cordell Tinch storming to a commanding victory in 12.99 seconds. Tinch was out of the blocks as fast as lightning, and with his stunning top end speed, nothing could stop him.

The American has enjoyed a stunning season, crowning his Diamond League campaign with a trophy win in Zurich and has now added the world title to his already decorated resume.

Jamaica's Orlando Bennett finished second in a personal best time of 13.08 seconds with another Jamaican Tyler Mason, sealing the podium in a personal best time of 13.12 seconds.

World Athletics Championships 2025: Cordell Tinch's Journey Back to Stardom

Cordell Tinch has had a remarkable journey, culminating in a stellar season in 2025. He pursued football before taking an extended break from athletics.

He stepped away from the sport for three years, working various jobs, including selling phones and installing cable. He has credited this time away with helping him 'find himself' and regain his love for the sport.

Cordell Tinch's return to track and field in 2023 was a triumphant one. Competing for Pittsburg State University, he became the first athlete in NCAA Division II history to win three individual national titles at a single championship.

He was also a contender at the USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships, finishing second in the 110m hurdles. He just missed making the 2024 Paris Olympic team, but this setback fueled his focus on the 2025 season.

This season, Cordell Tinch has bounced back in a big way. He ran a world-leading time of 12.87 seconds in the 110m hurdles at a Diamond League event in Shanghai, which puts him tied for fourth on the all-time list.

He has had a string of victories and strong finishes on the Diamond League circuit. His success this season led to him being crowned the world champion in the 110m hurdles at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, winning the final in 12.99 seconds.