The 2025 Paris Diamond League meeting promises high-octane action as the world’s top track and field athletes converge in the City of Light. Among the most anticipated events are the return of American hurdling powerhouse Grant Holloway to the 110m hurdles and a marquee women’s 400m showdown between Olympic champion Marileidy Paulino and the resurgent Salwa Eid Naser.
Grant Holloway, the reigning world champion in the 110m hurdles, will be making his first Diamond League appearance of the season in Paris. Known for his explosive starts and near-flawless technique, Holloway has dominated the event in recent years, securing three consecutive world titles and consistently clocking sub-13-second times. After a carefully planned training block and a limited indoor season, the 2025 Paris meet will serve as a key test for the American ahead of the World Championships later this summer.
With Olympic silver medalist Hansle Parchment of Jamaica and rising star Sasha Zhoya of France also expected on the start list, the men’s 110m hurdles could produce one of the fastest races of the year. For Holloway, the stakes are high—not just a win, but a statement of intent as he continues to build a legacy as one of the greatest hurdlers in history.
Paulino vs Naser: The 400m Clash of Titans
In the women’s 400 meters, all eyes will be on the electrifying matchup between the Dominican Republic’s Marileidy Paulino and Bahrain’s Salwa Eid Naser. Paulino, the reigning Olympic champion and 2023 and 2024 Diamond League winner, has been the picture of consistency in the one-lap race. Her controlled starts and devastating home stretch have made her nearly unbeatable on the circuit.
However, Salwa Eid Naser’s return to form in 2025 has added a new layer of intrigue. The 2019 world champion, who has one of the fastest 400m times in history (48.14), spent years battling injuries and off-track issues but appears to be back at her best. Naser’s aggressive front-running style contrasts sharply with Paulino’s patience and precision, setting the stage for a thrilling tactical duel.
The Paris track, known for its fast surface and enthusiastic crowds, may see the year’s first sub-49 performance if conditions are favorable. With the Olympic Games in Los Angeles just over a year away, both women will be eager to assert psychological dominance.
While Holloway and the Paulino–Naser clash headline the event, the Paris Diamond League is packed with world-class contests. Mondo Duplantis will attempt to clear new heights in the men’s pole vault in front of his European fanbase. The men’s 800m features a deep field including Kenya’s Emmanuel Wanyonyi and Canada’s Marco Arop, while the women’s 1500m brings together Olympic medalists Faith Kipyegon and Laura Muir.
With rivalries rekindled and rising stars pushing the pace, Paris serves as a mid-season barometer for who’s on track for global success—and who needs to recalibrate before the big showdowns in August.
As the lights go on at Stade Charléty, fans can expect fireworks on the track and in the field. The 2025 Paris Diamond League isn’t just another stop—it’s a statement.
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