Omar McLeod, a former University of Arkansas NCAA champion and 2016 Olympic gold medalist in the 110-meter hurdles, failed to qualify for the Tokyo Olympics at the Jamaican Trials on Sunday at the National Stadium in Kingston.
McLeod, the heavy favorite to win the final after having the top time in the qualifying round, hit the first hurdle with his right foot. He managed to stay upright, but was knocked off stride and never recovered.
After slowing down after the final hurdle, McLeod finished last among the eight entrants in 16.22 seconds.
The top three finishers at the Jamaican Trials qualify for the Olympics.