Anna finished the challenge in 53.01 seconds to secure her memorable success in an international competition final. Emma Zapletalová from Slovakia, the most consistent performer this Diamond League season, winning five out of six events before the Final, finished in second place after finishing the hurdles race in 53.10 seconds.
The third-placed Belgian Paulien Couckuyt (53.20) set a national record, while the fourth-placed Gianna Woodruff from Panama had her season-best finish (53.56).
2026 Diamond League Final (Brussels): Women’s 400m Hurdles – Top 3
- 1st Place: Anna Cockrell (United States)
- 2nd Place: Emma Zapletalová (Slovakia)
- 3rd Place: Paulien Couckuyt (Belgium)
2026 Diamond League Final (Brussels): Women’s 400m Hurdles – Final Status
Rank | Athlete (Nation) | Time | Notes |
1 | Anna Cockrell (United States) | 53.01 | |
2 | Emma Zapletalová (Slovakia) | 53.10 | |
3 | Paulien Couckuyt (Belgium) | 53.20 | NR |
4 | Gianna Woodruff (Panama) | 53.56 | SB |
5 | Rushell Clayton (Jamaica) | 53.85 | |
6 | Fatoumata Binta Diallo (Portugal) | 53.90 | |
7 | Dalilah Muhammad (United States) | 54.13 | |
8 | Amalie Iuel (Norway) | 54.90 |
*NR = National Record; SB = Season Best for a player