TOKYO :Melissa Jefferson-Wooden looked in stunning form as she cruised into the 200 metres final at the world championships in 22 seconds flat on Thursday, taking another step towards a Tokyo sprint double.

The American, who won the 100 metres crown on Sunday, was well clear at the bend and took her semi-final quite comfortably despite easing up at the line.

"Everything is lining up the way it was supposed to. I am a bit tired now but to be able to show up today and perform well is great," said the 24-year-old.

"I believe I can win gold. It would be so easy to give up or not to step out of my comfort zone, but I want to do things no one thought I could do."

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