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Alison dos Santos secured the 400m hurdles title at the Ultimate Championship in Budapest. The Brazilian clocked 45.98, the third-fastest time in history. Dos Santos beat USA's Rai Benjamin, who ran 46.40 for silver.
Dos Santos's victory adds to his world record and Diamond League titles. He now rivals Brazil's greatest track athletes. Benjamin, despite his silver, remains a strong competitor. Norway's Karsten Warholm took bronze. Read more racing coverage.
Jasmine Jones won the women's 400m hurdles, beating Diamond League champion Anna Cockrell. Jones's win marked her first major title. Dalilah Muhammad, a former world champion, finished fourth in her final race. Related: Jakob Ingebrigtsen Wins Ultimate Championship 5,000m.
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Alison dos Santos claims gold at Ultimate Championship in Budapest Alison dos Santos secured the 400m hurdles title at the Ultimate Championship in Budapest. The Brazilian clocked 45.98, the third-fastest time in history. Dos Santos beat USA's Rai Benjamin, who ran 46.40 for silver.
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Runner World published this brief on September 13, 2026. The underlying Athletics Weekly report was dated September 13, 2026.
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