Jamaica Claims Historic Double Gold in 4x100m Relays at U20 World Championships
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August 31, 2024
Jamaica’s track and field legacy continues to shine as the island nation claimed gold in both the men’s and women’s 4x100m relays at the World Athletics Under-20 Championships in Lima, Peru on Saturday.
After a challenging performance at the Paris Olympics for Jamaica’s senior sprinters, the junior athletes have restored national pride with their stellar performances.
The women’s team secured their third consecutive 4x100m gold, crossing the finish line in 43.39 seconds.
In the men’s 4x100m relay, Jamaica made history with their first-ever gold medal in this event at the World Under-20 Championships. The team of Jace Witter, Gary Card, Nyrone Wade, and Deandre Daley delivered a thrilling performance, clocking 39.18 seconds.
Daley’s powerful anchor leg was crucial as Jamaica surged from fourth place to overtake Great Britain at the line, leaving the crowd at Estadio Atletico de la Videna in awe.
These victories highlight the depth of Jamaica’s sprinting talent, offering a glimpse of a bright future as the next generation of athletes steps into the spotlight.
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