‘I Am Done’ – Jamaican Sprint Hurdler Ackera Nugent Puts Pause on Activities

Jamaican sprint hurdler Ackera Nugent has announced a break from competions.

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Jamaican sprint hurdler Ackera Nugent has announced a break from competions.

‘I Am Done’ – Jamaican Sprint Hurdler Ackera Nugent Puts Pause on Activities

Stephen Awino 16:03 - 07.07.2025

Jamaican hurdler Ackera Nugent has announced a break from competition after a stellar performance at the Eugene Diamond League.

Jamaican sprint hurdler Ackera Nugent has announced she is taking a break from competition until August, following her strong showing at the Eugene Diamond League.

Nugent clocked an impressive 12.32 seconds to edge out Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan, Keni Harrison, and Olympic champion Masai Russell.

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“The race was okay. My allergies are killing me, but I was able to hold it together,” Nugent admitted post-race.

“I knew that with the ladies I would be lined up with that I have to be at my A game. So, I came out here today and followed the instructions of my coach and I executed.”

The Jamaican sprint hurdler also noted that she’s currently where her coach wants her to be performance-wise, and that she’s satisfied with her progress this season.

Taking a Breather Before the Next Big Push

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Ackera Nugent. Photo. Imago

Despite her rising momentum, Nugent revealed that she’s now taking time off from the track.

“I’m done until August, so ya’ll won’t see me until August. Your baby needs a rest,” she quipped, hinting at the need to prioritize recovery and preparation for what’s expected to be a high-stakes end to the season.

Reflecting on the significance of lining up alongside the world's top hurdlers, Nugent acknowledged the experience as both humbling and motivating.

“It is a really good feeling because these are ladies that I’ll always show up with at every meet. Getting the feel of them a bit more this season is a great feeling.”

Eyes on the Prize Amid Citizenship Switch Rumors

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Ackera Nugent representing Jamaica. Credit: ackera.nugent/IG

Nugent has previously set the record straight about swirling rumors that she could be among Jamaican athletes reportedly switching allegiance to Turkey.

The speculation had caused a stir in Jamaican athletics circles, as a growing list of local talents explore naturalization for better opportunities abroad.

Nugent, however, has strongly denied any such move, firmly pledging her commitment to representing Jamaica.

With her stellar form and her Jamaican future assured, Nugent continues to position herself as one of the stars of global hurdling, even as she momentarily steps away from the spotlight.