Canadian hurdler Savannah Sutherland, 21, is taking a break in her hometown of Borden, Saskatchewan, after a year of breaking records. She recently won her second NCAA title in the women's 400-metre hurdles at the NCAA outdoor championships in Eugene, Oregon, setting new Canadian, NCAA Championship meet, Big Ten, and NCAA records with a time of 52.46 seconds. This time is the ninth-fastest ever and places her alongside Olympic champion Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone as the only women to break 53 seconds in NCAA history. Sutherland, who made her Olympic debut in Paris last summer, is now preparing for Canadian nationals and the world championships in Tokyo.
Canada's Savannah Sutherland is moving fast and breaking records
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Canadian hurdler Savannah Sutherland, 21, is taking a break in her hometown of Borden, Saskatchewan, after a year of breaking records. She recently won her second NCAA title in the women's 400-metre hurdles at the NCAA outdoor championships in Eugene, Oregon, setting new Canadian, NCAA Championship meet, Big Ten, and NCAA records with a time of 52.46 seconds. This time is the ninth-fastest ever and places her alongside Olympic champion Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone as the only women to break 53 seconds in NCAA history. Sutherland, who made her Olympic debut in Paris last summer, is now preparing for Canadian nationals and the world championships in Tokyo.
Trending- 1 2016: High school track meet where Sutherland was noticed by a coach.
- 2 Last summer (2024): Sutherland's Olympic debut in Paris, finished seventh in final.
- 3 February 2025: Sutherland's nephew born.
- 4 Last month (June 2025): Sutherland won second NCAA title, set new records at NCAA outdoor championships in Eugene, named NCAA's women's outdoor track athlete of the year.
- 5 Next week (July 2025): Sutherland taking a break in Borden.
- 6 September 2025: World championships in Tokyo.
- Savannah Sutherland's rise as a top international hurdler.
- New Canadian and NCAA records in women's 400-metre hurdles.
- Increased recognition for Sutherland and the University of Michigan's track program.
- Inspiration for her hometown community.
What: Canadian hurdler Savannah Sutherland has broken multiple records (Canadian, NCAA, Big Ten) in the women's 400-metre hurdles, winning her second NCAA title and placing her among the sport's elite.
When: Sutherland has been breaking records for the last year. Her Olympic debut was last summer in Paris. Her collegiate career wrapped up last month (June 2025). Her nephew was born in February 2025. She was noticed by a coach at a high school track meet in 2016. She is preparing for Canadian nationals and the world championships in September 2025.
Where: Borden, Saskatchewan (Sutherland's hometown), Eugene, Oregon (Hayward Field, NCAA outdoor championships), Paris (Olympic Games), Tokyo (World Championships), Saskatoon (Saskatchewan).
Why: Sutherland's talent, hard work, and the unwavering support of her community and family have driven her success. Her Olympic final appearance significantly boosted her confidence and belief in her potential.
How: By consistently training and competing at a high level, specializing in the 400m hurdles, and setting new personal and national bests.