Trials | Cordell Tinch

In May 2025, Cordell Tinch impressed on the track at the Keqiao/Shanghai Diamond League with a stunning run of 12.87 seconds. A personal best, a meet record and the fourth fastest time ever recorded over the 110m hurdles. But behind the performance is a story of resilience. After missing out on the Paris Olympics and finding it difficult to watch the Games, Tinch quickly shifted his focus to this year's World Championships in Tokyo. In a sport where making Team USA means overcoming one of the toughest trials in the world, every race is a fight for respect. This short documentary dives into his journey, from heartbreak in 2024 to that unforgettable night in China, all whilst chasing respect on the track and championing honest conversations about mental health off it.