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Kishane Thompson: Key Facts About the Jamaican Sprint Sensation
- Athlete Name: Kishane Thompson
- Country: Jamaica
- Date of Birth: 17 July 2001
Jamaican sprinter Kishane Thompson has emerged as a formidable force on the track, setting the stage for an exciting presence at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
At the 2024 Jamaican National Championships, Thompson delivered an impressive performance in the men’s 100m, clocking an astonishing 9.77 seconds. This time not only secured his victory but also marked the fastest 100m time globally in the past two years, highlighting his exceptional form ahead of the Games.
Thompson’s achievement positions him as a potential successor to Jamaica’s legendary sprinter Usain Bolt, aiming to etch his name in Jamaican athletics history at Paris 2024.
Kishane Thompson: Following Legends in Sprinting
In the illustrious history of Jamaican sprinting, Kishane Thompson aims to carve his name alongside legendary figures. His recent performance in the men’s 100m final places him in esteemed company as the fourth fastest Jamaican sprinter of all time.
Among those who have recorded faster times are Usain Bolt, the eight-time Olympic champion with a personal best of 9.58 seconds, Yohan Blake, a four-time Olympic medallist with a best of 9.69 seconds, and Asafa Powell, a Rio 2016 4x100m relay gold medallist who has clocked 9.72 seconds. Thompson’s achievement underscores his potential to leave a lasting legacy in Jamaican sprinting history.
Straight Out of the Blocks: Kishane Thompson’s Remarkable Season Debut
Kishane Thompson’s victory at the Jamaican trials is not only impressive for the time recorded but also notable as his first competition of the season.
His performance marks a strong statement at the start of the season, improving even further from his previous day’s 100m heats by shaving off five hundredths of a second. The 22-year-old sprinter returned to racing for the first time since his debut campaign ended in September 2023, where he achieved a time of 9.87 seconds at the Prefontaine Classic in Oregon, USA.
Thompson’s ability was evident as he comfortably eased into a clear lead during the race. With his potential on display, the question arises: what heights will he reach if he competes at Paris 2024?
Thompson Coached by Stephen Francis: A Path to Olympic Glory
Following his race, Thompson revealed, “My coach advised me to focus on the first 60 meters and then ease off.” His coach? None other than the esteemed Stephen ‘Franno’ Francis, renowned for coaching numerous Jamaican athletes and Olympic champions.
Francis, who has guided the last four women’s 100m champions and trained sprinters like Asafa Powell—whom Thompson trails by just five hundredths of a second—knows what it takes to shape an Olympic champion. His roster includes Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Michael Frater, and Brigitte Foster-Hylton, among others
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Personal Bests
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Progression – in 60 ,100,200,300 and 400 metres
60 Metres
| Year | Performance | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 6.67 | National Stadium, Kingston (JAM) | 19 FEB 2022 |
100 Metres
| Year | Performance | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 11.17 | Kingston (JAM) | 30 MAR 2017 |
| 2018 | 10.89 | Kingston (JAM) | 22 MAR 2018 |
| 2019 | 10.59 | Spanish Town (JAM) | 26 FEB 2019 |
| 2020 | 10.56 | National Stadium, Kingston (JAM) | 06 MAR 2020 |
| 2022 | 10.21 | National Stadium, Kingston (JAM) | 07 MAY 2022 |
| 2023 | 9.85 | Egret Stadium, Xiamen (CHN) | 02 SEP 2023 |
| 2024 | 9.77 | National Stadium, Kingston (JAM) | 28 JUN 2024 |
200 Metres
| Year | Performance | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 22.96 | Manchester (JAM) | 16 JAN 2016 |
| 2017 | 22.66 | Kingston (JAM) | 28 JAN 2017 |
| 2018 | 21.94 | Kingston (JAM) | 16 JUN 2018 |
| 2019 | 21.52 | Kingston (JAM) | 26 MAR 2019 |
| 2020 | 21.68 | STETHS, Santa Cruz (JAM) | 25 JAN 2020 |
| 2021 | 21.23 | National Stadium, Kingston (JAM) | 17 APR 2021 |
| 2022 | 20.92 | National Stadium, Kingston (JAM) | 23 APR 2022 |
300 Metres
| Year | Performance | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 36.29 | Spanish Town (JAM) | 16 DEC 2017 |
400 Metres
| Year | Performance | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 50.70 | Clarendon (JAM) | 02 FEB 2019 |
| 2020 | 48.18 | National Stadium, Kingston (JAM) | 06 MAR 2020 |
| 2021 | 49.95 | National Stadium, Kingston (JAM) | 13 MAR 2021 |
| 2022 | 49.10 | National Stadium, Kingston (JAM) | 26 MAR 2022 |