Team USA showcased their sprinting dominance in the women’s 4x100m relay heats at the 2025 World Athletics Relays in Guangzhou, China, with a thrilling anchor leg that secured a hard-fought victory. The American squad, featuring Olympic champion Twanisha “TeeTee” Terry, Mikiah Brisco, and Cambrea Sturgis, executed a near-perfect race, with the anchor closing the gap and overtaking rivals in the final meters to clinch first place.
The race unfolded with fierce competition from powerhouse teams including Jamaica, Great Britain, and Germany. Jamaica countered with stars like Shericka Jackson and Natasha Morrison, while Great Britain fielded European champion Amy Hunt. Despite the pressure, Team USA maintained composure through smooth baton exchanges and strategic running order.
The anchor leg proved decisive as the U.S. runner, leveraging her speed and experience, surged past competitors in the home stretch to cross the line first, clocking a time that positioned the team strongly for the upcoming final.
This victory not only highlights Team USA’s depth and Olympic pedigree-boasting nine Olympians, including silver medalist Kenny Bednarek and relay veterans Kendall Ellis and Lynna Irby-Jackson also secures their place among the top qualifiers for the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.
The World Relays serve as a critical gateway, with the top 14 teams in each relay event earning automatic qualification. Team USA’s performance in Guangzhou reinforces their status as defending champions and favourites to contend for gold once again.
