The World’s Best Sprint Hurdler of All Time? Allen Johnson of the United States was the true definition of longevity in the Sprint Hurdles (60mH and 110mH). As he competed at the highest level for over a decade and a half. The 1996 Atlanta Olympic Champion was able to win three World Indoor Championship Titles and four World Championship Titles. Having had a stellar career, Allen Johnson was able to produce a World Masters Record of 12.96seconds to win the 110mH at the 2006 Athens IAAF World Cup. A record which still stands. He retired at the age of 39 in 2010. Making him one of the few athletes of his time to compete in both the Golden League and Diamond League.