Jones, Cherry, Harper make Olympics in 100 hurdles

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Story Published: Jul 6, 2008 at 5:25 PM PST

By Associated Press

EUGENE, Ore. (AP) -- Lolo Jones, Damu Cherry and Dawn Harper have earned Beijing Olympics spots with the top three 100-meter hurdles finishes at the U.S. track and field trials.

Jones, the world indoor champion, won Sunday in 12.29 seconds. Cherry finished second in 12.58, and Harper was third in 12.62.

Defending Olympic champion Joanna Hayes finished last in 12.96.

 

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