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McMaster books spot in World Champs finals

Kyron McMaster at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

The BVI’s Kyron McMaster has advanced to the finals of the men’s 400-metre hurdles scheduled to take place on Wednesday, August 21, 2023.

McMaster booked his place in the finals by winning his semi-final race inside the National Athletics Centre in Budapest, Hungary moments go.

He finished in an impressive 47.72 seconds ahead of Rasmus Mägi of Estonia and CJ Allen of the United States.

McMaster will go head-to-head against the three men who edged him out of a medal at the Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan back in 2021 – Karsten Warholm (world record holder), Rai Benjamin and Allison dos Santos.

McMaster is the reigning Commonwealth Games champion and the eighth fastest 400-metre hurdler of all time.

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  1. Laura says:

    So happy for you, Kyron! 47.72 was a warm-up, you’ve got the juice for an attainable 46.24, keep on Warholm’s tail on Wednesday and give it everything you’ve got. Stay healthy and bring home the goods:) You can do it!!

  2. 30,000 strong says:

    We all here for your Kyron, you’ve trained and prepared hard, simply execute your plan, dont mind them others and the glory will be yours

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  3. Reader says:

    Congrats Mr. McMaster and keep up the good work! Also remember to give The Creator and Lord thanks for Blessing you with the talents and skills you possess.

  4. Fan Base says:

    Yeah..Great job..Congratulations!

  5. Concerned says:

    Congratulations. More grease to you elbow. Wishing you in in forthcoming events.

  6. patsyleak says:

    you got this kyron.

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