 During her career, she set world records for 60 metres, 100 yards, 200 metres, 220 yards and 440 yards.Cuthbert also contributed to Australian relay teams completing a win in the 4 × 100 metres, 4 × 110 yards, 4 × 200 metres and 4 × 220 yards.Cuthbert had a distinctive running style, with a high knee lift and mouth wide open.