Davis-Woodhall improved to a world-leading 7.11/23-4 on her next jump, and added one centimeter to that on her fifth try, leaping a winning 7.12/23-4.5 to claim her third straight U.S. gold.

Davis-Woodhall improved to a world-leading 7.11/23-4 on her next jump, and added one centimeter to that on her fifth try, leaping a winning 7.12/23-4.5 to claim her third straight U.S. gold.

 

 

EUGENE, Oregon — Tara Davis-Woodhall solidified her status as one of the world’s premier long jumpers with a commanding performance at the 2025 U.S. Track and Field Championships on Thursday evening. With a dramatic fifth-round leap of 7.12 meters (23 feet, 4½ inches), Davis-Woodhall not only claimed her third consecutive national title but also recorded the world-leading mark for the year.

Davis-Woodhall wasted little time making her presence felt at Hayward Field. After a strong start in the early rounds, she exploded in the fourth round with a massive jump of 7.11 meters (23 feet, 4 inches), surpassing the previous world lead and sending a clear message to her domestic and international rivals.

But she wasn’t done yet.

Two attempts later, on her fifth jump, Davis-Woodhall added another centimeter to her mark, flying out to 7.12 meters to seal the gold medal in emphatic fashion. The mark extends her dominance on U.S. soil and boosts her confidence heading into the World Athletics Championships later this season.

“I came in feeling focused and ready,” Davis-Woodhall said after her victory. “When I hit the board and felt that pop, I knew something big was coming. It’s amazing to see it all come together at the right time.”

The performance marked a season-best and personal milestone, as it’s the third time Davis-Woodhall has stood atop the podium at the U.S. Championships, continuing a streak that began in 2023. It also places her squarely at the forefront of the world rankings, ahead of several of her international rivals.

Her winning jump is the farthest in the world so far this season and puts her in elite company heading into the global championship season. Only a handful of women in history have consistently jumped beyond the 7.10-meter barrier, and Davis-Woodhall is now among them.

Behind her, the competition battled hard for the remaining podium spots. Quanesha Burks, the 2022 World Indoor bronze medalist, finished second with a best of 6.87m (22-6½), while Jasmine Moore secured third at 6.85m (22-5¾), rounding out a highly competitive field.

The win underscores Davis-Woodhall’s growing legacy in U.S. track and field, as she continues to evolve both technically and mentally on the runway.

“She’s got incredible energy and focus,” said her coach, adding that the consistency she’s shown this year has been a product of refined training and maturity. “She’s not just jumping far—she’s competing smart.”

With the Olympic Trials looming in 2026 and the World Championships later this year, Davis-Woodhall’s form couldn’t be peaking at a better time. Her ability to step up when the stakes are high has become her trademark—and Thursday’s competition was no exception.

As she left the track, waving to fans and flashing her trademark smile, Davis-Woodhall looked every bit the champion the sport has come to know—and fear.

“On to the next,” she said, already eyeing bigger goals. “I know there’s more in the tank.”