Jun 26, 2022; Eugene, OR, USA; Devon Allen places second in 110m hurdles semifinal in 13.14 during the USA Championships at Hayward Field, Eugene. / Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
(Reuters) - Former University of Oregon dual-sport star Devon Allen will have the full endorsement of the crowd at his alma mater in this year's world athletics championships, as he aims to live up to his own great expectations in the 110 metres hurdles.
The athlete turned NFL wide receiver bested reigning world champion Grant Holloway in 12.84 seconds at the NYC Grand Prix last month, the third fastest run of all-time.
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