2008 Olympic and 2009 World Championship 400 meters hurdles Champion Melaine Walker has finally opened her 2013 season in the 100 meter hurdles.
The 30 year old, on the inside in lane one clocked a wind aided 13.08 seconds for a 7th place finish at the Star Athletic Sprint Series in Mont Verde, Florida.
Walker Had Earlier Clocked 13.05 seconds to progress to the final, won by American Jackie Coward in 12.67 seconds.
This is Walker’s first outing in seven years following the recent controversy regarding her participation in this event.
Walker who parted with her coach, MVP’s Steven Francis earlier this year is now being guided by Fitz Coleman. Coleman also coaches 100m bronze medalist, Hansle Parchment.
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