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McMaster 3rd in Wanda Diamond League Final in Eugene

- says he is happy & blessed to finish season healthy
Virgin Islands’ 400m Hurdler and World Championships silver medallist Kyron A. McMaster placed third in the 400m Hurdles Final of the Wanda Diamond League in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Photo: Facebook/File
The 2-time Diamond League Champion Kyrin A. McMaster clocked 47.31 seconds in the race that was won by American Rai Benjamin in 46.39, a world-leading time and Diamond League record. Photo: Diamond League
The 2-time Diamond League Champion Kyrin A. McMaster clocked 47.31 seconds in the race that was won by American Rai Benjamin in 46.39, a world-leading time and Diamond League record. Photo: Diamond League
EUGENE, Oregon, USA- Virgin Islands’ 400m Hurdler and World Championships silver medallist Kyron A. McMaster placed third in the 400m Hurdles Final of the Wanda Diamond League/Pre-Fontaine Classic at Hayward Stadium in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, September 16, 2023.

The 2-time Diamond League Champion clocked 47.31 seconds in the race that was won by American Rai Benjamin in 46.39, a world-leading time and Diamond League record.

World Record Holder, Olympic Champion, and World Champion Karsten Warholm of Norway was second in 46.53.

McMaster ‘happy & blessed to finish season healthy

Speaking after the race, McMaster said it was a “well-executed” race and he is grateful for finishing the athletics season healthy.

“I was able to execute things in that race I’ve been trying to master for some time. To be honest, I am happy and blessed to finish the season healthy.  I’ve been consistent at 47.3’s, 47.2’s, I can remember years when my goal was just to run 47.3 seconds at least once.  God has blessed me and I am so grateful.  My season shows that there is no longer just – a big three (referring to Warholm, Benjamin and Santos). My name cannot go unmentioned.”

With the season finished for McMaster, he said he has pushed his body really hard all season, and it’s now time for some much-needed rest.

“Next year I will be faster and stronger.  My mission remains the same, I will bring the first Olympic medal home to the British Virgin Islands.”

McMaster had entered the final on the heel of an upset of Warholm at the Weltklasse Diamond League in Zurich, Switzerland on August 31, 2023.

The reigning Commonwealth Games Champion had clocked a Season’s Best 47.27 to defeat Warholm (47.30).

8 Responses to “McMaster 3rd in Wanda Diamond League Final in Eugene”

  • Lb (17/09/2023, 07:58) Like (14) Dislike (0) Reply
    Kyron you made it through to the end of the season
  • … (17/09/2023, 08:00) Like (14) Dislike (0) Reply
    You had a quite intense run bvi we proud
  • NezRez (17/09/2023, 08:09) Like (13) Dislike (1) Reply
    Mr. McMaster, you are running with your heart, and the entire BVI has been watching and cheering for you. You put yourself, from a small island, to make the entire world notice you. May the wind always be under your wings to help you SOAR! GOD SPEED young man.
  • Laura (17/09/2023, 08:47) Like (13) Dislike (0) Reply
    So proud of you Kyron! Your name is spoken in rooms you have yet to enter, your hard work has taken you through an epic season. You are now a top contender no longer an underdog. Enjoy your well-deserved rest. Looking forward to see what you bring to Paris next year:)
  • Just saying (17/09/2023, 09:30) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    A physical health review is no different than a financial review.
  • Ricky Bobby Again (17/09/2023, 19:41) Like (0) Dislike (6) Reply
    If you’re not first, you’re last.
  • Proud Virgin Islander (18/09/2023, 01:33) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    We are so proud of you McMaster, you continue to inspire us all to reach for the Stars because the Sky is the limit. Enjoy your well deserved period of rest. God continue to bless and keep you !!
  • Guy Hill Oly LA '84 (18/09/2023, 11:13) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Good dashing son. Always continue to do and be your very best. Be Brave. Hammarskjold is watching.


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