Jamaican sprinters are turning up the heat in 2025, sending a clear warning to their American rivals ahead of the World Athletics Championships. With a resurgence of blistering times and …
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Unbeaten Akani Simbine Poised to Derail Noah Lyles’ Dream Comeback
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAs the only top-tier sprinter yet to taste defeat over 100 meters in 2025, Akani Simbine enters the London Diamond League not just as a contender, but as the man …
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Justin Gatlin Tips Kishane Thompson for Greatness After Latest Wins
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAfter watching Kishane Thompson scorch the track at the Jamaican Championships, US sprint legend Justin Gatlin believes something special is unfolding. Thompson’s blistering time not only made him the sixth-fastest …
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Noah Lyles Set for London Diamond League as Kishane Thompson’s Absence Raises Eyebrows
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAs the Diamond League makes its stop in London on July 19, all eyes will be on Noah Lyles, but conspicuously absent from the starting lineup is Kishane Thompson, the …
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Can Noah Lyles Break Letsile Tebogo’s 23-Month Streak Curse?
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe sprinting world is bracing for a blockbuster showdown on July 11 at the Monaco Diamond League as Noah Lyles returns to his signature event, the 200 m. But standing in …
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Kishane Thompson: ‘I’m the only one that can stop me’
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooJamaican sprint star Kishane Thompson may be enjoying his rise as the world’s fastest man this season, but the 23-year-old insists the best is yet to come. Fresh from a …
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Kishane Thompson Shares Honest Thoughts on Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAfter clocking a blistering 9.75 seconds at the Jamaican National Championships in Kingston on June 27, a time that catapulted him to sixth on the all-time men’s 100m list, Kishane …
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Diamond League Prefontaine Classic: Kishane Thompson Secures First Diamond League Victory in Men’s 100m
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooJamaica’s Kishane Thompson continued his red-hot form with an emphatic win in the men’s 100m at the Prefontaine Classic in Eugene, Oregon, on Saturday (5 July). Thompson, a silver medallist …
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“Anything is possible”- Kishane Thompson Targets Historic Record at Prefontaine Classic
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooFresh off a blistering 9.75-second win at the Jamaican National Trials, the fastest time recorded in over a decade, Kishane Thompson has positioned himself as the man to watch heading …
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Christian Coleman: “The Hayward magic is real”
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooIn 2024 Christian Coleman stormed to victory in the 100m at the iconic meet, marking just his third race of the season. Now, returning to Eugene amid a rocky campaign, …
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Noah Lyles Put on Notice After Kishane Thompson’s Bold Declaration
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe men’s 100m sprint rivalry is heating up ahead of the highly anticipated World Championships in Tokyo, and this time, it’s Kishane Thompson turning up the pressure. After clocking a …
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Kishane Thompson Confident for World Record Ahead of Prefontaine Classic 100m Showdown
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuKishane Thompson, Jamaica’s rising sprint star, radiates confidence as he gears up for the men’s 100m race at the Prefontaine Classic on July 5, 2025. With a personal best of …
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Who Will Blaze the Fastest 100m at the Prefontaine Classic 2025?
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuThe men’s 100m at the Prefontaine Classic on July 5, 2025, features a world-class field led by Olympic silver medalist Kishane Thompson and world leader Trayvon Bromell. Fans can expect …
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Can Team USA Hold Their Ground as Jamaica’s Sprint Resurgence Heats Up?
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooFor decades, track and field has thrived on iconic rivalries, and none more electrifying than Team USA versus Team Jamaica. At the 2023 World Championships in Budapest, it was the …
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Kishane Thompson’s 9.75-Second Sprint: More Than Just a Number—Who’s Next to Challenge?
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuKishane Thompson’s explosive 9.75-second 100m sprint has shaken up the sprinting world and set a fresh challenge for the fastest men on the planet. With top athletes gearing up to …
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Top Takeaways from the JAAA National Senior Championships
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaJamaica’s finest athletes battled for coveted spots on the national team heading to the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo last weekend. From explosive sprints to emotional farewells, the 2025 JAAA …
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Jamaica’s National Sprint Champions Shift Focus to Prefontaine Classic
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooFresh off their impressive victories at the JAAA National Junior and Senior Championships in Kingston, Jamaica’s sprint sensations Kishane Thompson and Tina Clayton are set to headline a formidable 14-member …
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The Ultimate Sprint Showdown: Unstoppable Men’s 100m Legends Who Redefined Speed
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuThe men’s 100m sprint stands as the most electrifying event in athletics, a pure test of explosive power, precision, and nerve. Over the decades, sprinters have pushed the boundaries of …
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Speed Kings: The All-Time Top 10 Men’s 100m Sprinters
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaThe men’s 100m sprint has always been the crown jewel of track and field, a pure explosive battle where fractions of a second shape history. With the sport evolving and …
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What Next for Kishane Thompson After Jamaica National Trials
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooKishane Thompson delivered one of the most electrifying performances of the season at the Jamaica National Trials, clocking a world-leading time of 9.75 seconds in the men’s 100m final. Crossing …
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Jamaica National Trials 2025: Kishane Thompson Clocks New Personal Best and World Lead to Seal World Championships Spot
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooKishane Thompson clocked a new personal best and world-leading time of 9.75 seconds to defend his national 100m title on day two of the JAAA/Puma National Senior Championships on Friday, …
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Kishane Thompson Shines at Jamaican National Trials 100m Heats
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuKishane Thompson delivered a standout performance in the 100m heats at the Jamaican National Trials, asserting himself as a serious contender for a spot on the national team. His smooth …
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Kishane Thompson: Next Race For Jamaican Star Angling For Faster Time
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuKishane Thompson, one of Jamaica’s brightest sprinting talents, has set the athletics world buzzing with his confidence ahead of the Jamaican National Championship. Speaking in an interview at Ready Set …
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Why Kishane Thompson Must Step Up With Simbine on Fire and Anthony Rising
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooLast summer in Paris, Kishane Thompson came within a whisker of making history. The young Jamaican sprinter was a mere 0.005 seconds away from claiming Olympic gold in one of …
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Kishane Thompson Explains Why He Prefers the Quiet Path, Unlike Noah Lyles
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuJamaican sprint sensation Kishane Thompson has made a remarkable impact on the athletics scene over the past year, thrilling fans with his speed and determination. Yet, away from the track, …
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Coach Rob: Why Noah Lyles’ Absence from 100m Races Signals Trouble Ahead
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe men’s 100m sprint scene in 2025 has been very competitive. A quick scan through the world lead list tells you everything you need to know, a staggering 22 men …
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Trayvon Bromell Sets New Goals After Rome Triumph, Applauds Rising Star Kishane Thompson
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuAmerican sprint star Trayvon Bromell electrified last Friday’s Rome Diamond League track, clocking a world-leading 9.84 seconds in the 100 meters. His commanding victory left little doubt about his speed, …
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Why Kishane Thompson Could Be Jamaica’s Next Sprint King After Usain Bolt
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooComing off a string of mixed performances at the Diamond League and a frustrating outing at the World Relays, Kishane Thompson arrived at Kingston’s National Stadium with a point to …
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Justin Gatlin makes Akani Simbine proclamation that will shake Noah Lyles and Kishane Thompson
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAkani Simbine is having the season of his life. The South African star is no longer the underdog chasing podium finishes; he’s now the man to beat. With a string …
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Can Shericka Jackson Silence Doubters with a Statement Performance at Racers Grand Prix?
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooJamaica’s sprint queen, Shericka Jackson, is set to make a thunderous return to the Racers Grand Prix in Kingston on June 7th, headlining the women’s 200m. After missing last year’s edition of the Grand …
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Noah Lyles vs. Akani Simbine: Who Really Owns the Title of Fastest Man Alive?
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAt the Stade de France track, with the world watching, Noah Lyles surged past Jamaica’s Kishane Thompson in the 100m final, grabbing Olympic gold and what many considered the undisputed …
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Jamaican Sprint Relay Stars Face Harsh Truth Over Recent Setback
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuBoth the Jamaican men’s and women`s 4x100m relay teams experienced an almost similar challenge at the 2025 World Athletics Relays in Guangzhou. The men’s team suffered a major blow when …
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Horror for Kishane Thompson as Yohan Blake’s Major Mistake Ends Jamaica’s Dream
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuJamaica’s sprint hopes suffered a devastating blow at the 2025 World Athletics Relays in Guangzhou when Yohan Blake dropped the baton during the men’s 4x100m relay. The team, including Olympic …
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Jamaica’s Men 4x100m Team Crash Out of World Relays Again as Injury Strikes Julian Forte
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooJamaica’s men’s 4x100m relay team endured another heartbreaking night at the World Athletics Relays in China as injury woes struck again. This time ending their hopes of automatic qualification for …
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Usain Bolt Names the One Celebrity Who Left Him Starstruck
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooJamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt, widely regarded as the fastest man in history, has crossed paths with some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment. Yet, according to the …
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Why Akani Simbine Is Not Happy Despite Beating Kishane Thompson, Letsile Tebogo and Co in Shanghai
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooSouth African sprinter Akani Simbine claimed victory at the Shanghai Diamond League, defeating a star-studded field that included Kishane Thompson, Letsile Tebogo, and Christian Coleman. Despite securing his third sub-10-second …
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Kishane Thompson Focuses on Growth After Strong Season Opener at Shanghai
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuKishane Thompson delivered a stunning performance at the Shanghai Diamond League, in his first 100m race of the season, finishing a close second in a thrilling photo finish that showcased …
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Akani Simbine Doubles Down to Claim Another 100m Win in Shanghai Diamond League
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooSouth Africa’s Akani Simbine continued his strong start to the 2025 outdoor season, narrowly defeating Jamaica’s Kishane Thompson in a photo-finish 100m race at the Shanghai Diamond League on Saturday. …
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Kishane Thompson Returns to 100m in Shanghai Diamond League
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuKishane Thompson will make his highly anticipated return to the 100m at the Shanghai Diamond League on May 3. This race marks his first 100m outing in nine months, following …
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Jamaica’s Sprint Stars Fraser-Pryce, Jackson, and Thompson lead star-studded squad for 2025 World Relays
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association (JAAA) has announced a star-studded 39-member team for the 2025 World Athletics Relays in Guangzhou, China. Headlined by global sprint icons Shericka Jackson, Kishane Thompson, …
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Kishane Thompson, Russell lead star-studded Lineup for Grand Prix
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooOlympic 100m silver medallist Kishane Thompson and 100m hurdles champion Masai Russell will headline the seventh Racers Grand Prix meet. This highly regarded meet will take place from 7:00 PM …
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Akani Simbine’s ruthless blueprint to overthrow Noah Lyles and Kishane Thompson in 2025
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooSouth African sprint sensation Akani Simbine has unveiled a meticulously crafted plan to dethrone the world’s fastest men, including American superstar Noah Lyles and Jamaica’s rising phenom Kishane Thompson. With …
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“Judge him in July, not April”: Gatlin defends Kishane Thompson after relay setback
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe track and field world was buzzing with anticipation as Jamaica’s reigning sprint sensation Kishane Thompson, made his 2024 outdoor season debut at the Miramar Invitational. However, the highly anticipated …
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Jamaica’s Sprint star Kishane Thompson eyes golden breakthrough in 2025
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooJamaican sprint sensation Kishane Thompson has declared he is far from his peak despite a stunning 2024 season that saw him explode onto the global stage with an Olympic silver …
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Jamiaca Loses 4×100 with Kishane Thompson on the Anchor Leg
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuKishane Thompson watched a disappointing relay as the Dominican Republic outpaced them in a terrible baton exchange. The Jamaican star Kishane Thompson, Jamaica`s anchor leg and silver medalist in 100 meters, …
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Jamaican sprint sensation Kishane Thompson burst onto the global athletics scene in July 2023 with a 10.04 second finish in his Diamond League debut in Monaco. Two months later, …