2012 Olympics | July 27 - August 12
Posted: Sunday July 1, 2012 7:53PM ; Updated: Sunday July 1, 2012 7:53PM

Tinsley headed to London with win in 400 hurdles

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EUGENE, Ore. (AP) -- Michael Tinsley won the 400-meter hurdles at the U.S. track trails in 48.33 seconds to earn a spot on the Olympic team.

Angelo Taylor was second in 48.57 for a chance to defend his Olympic gold medal at the London Games. Defending Olympic silver medalist Kerron Clement was third in 48.89 for the final spot on the U.S. team.

Bershawn Jackson, the defending Olympic bronze medalist, fell over at finish but finished fourth Sunday at Hayward Field.

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