BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 22: Bronze medalist Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce of Team Jamaica poses for a photo during the medal ceremony for the Women’s 100m during day four of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 22, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Sam Mellish/Getty Images)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 22: Bronze medalist Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce of Team Jamaica poses for a photo during the medal ceremony for the Women’s 100m during day four of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 22, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images for World Athletics)
February 2024 is the month for Athletes to discard the rust from inactivity, since the end of Season 2023. It is time to prepare the mind and body to compete in Olympics 2024. If the medal you received in 2023 is of the Bronze hue, then it is time to psyche yourself to obtain a prettier medal. If you did not get a medal in Season 2023, then re-focus in training and start all over.
All Athletes planning to participate at the Olympics July 26 to August 11, 2024, should know that Fans consider them capable on their best day, to step up to the podium. However, said Athlete must believe in him/ herself. I anticipate that by March at least one Male and one Female Athlete will declare that they are going to Paris to win.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 25: Gold medalist Danielle Williams of Team Jamaica celebrates on the podium during the medals ceremony for the Women’s 100m Hurdles during day seven of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 25, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 25: (L-R) Silver medalist Jasmine Camacho-Quinn of Team Puerto Rico, Gold medalist Danielle Williams of Team Jamaica, and Bronze medalist Kendra Harrison of Team United States pose for a photo during the medal ceremony for the Women’s 100m Hurdles Final during day seven of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 25, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images for World Athletics)
Gabby Thomas will focus on the 200m, 4X100m Relay, and 4X400m Relay events. The 100m is not her event. She is stronger in distances greater than 100m. There is still hope that she will consider the 400m for Paris.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY: August 26: Gabrielle Thomas of the United States celebrates The United States 4x 100m Relay team’s gold medal win during the World Athletics Championships, at the National Athletics Centre on August 26th, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY: August 26: Gabrielle Thomas of the United States celebrates The United States 4x 100m Relay team’s gold medal win during the World Athletics Championships, at the National Athletics Centre on August 26th, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)
Fans believe that by Olympics 2024, Gabby Thomas 200m time should be about 21.5 seconds. That time might secure a position on the Podium. Women 200m Finals in Paris will be exciting. Sub 22.0 seconds will be required to get into the Final. Women 400m Finals in Paris will require Sub 49.0 seconds to get into the Final.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY: August 27: Members of the The United States Womens 4x 100m Relay gold medal winning team, from left, Sha’Carri Richardson, Gabrielle Thomas and Twanisha Terry, on the podium during the medal ceremony at the medal plaza during the World Athletics Championships, at the National Athletics Centre on August 27th, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY: August 26: Gabrielle Thomas and Twanisha Terry of the United States celebrate The United States 4x 100m Relay teams gold medal win during the World Athletics Championships, at the National Athletics Centre on August 26th, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)
Julien Alfred could be ahead of schedule. Her recent 60m performance was impressive. However, the 100m is a different race. Regardless Julien Alfred is sending a message that she will be one to reckon with in 2024.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 23: Julien Alfred of Team Saint Lucia competes in the Women’s 200m Heats during day five of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 23, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND – AUGUST 04: (L-R) Silver medalist Julien Alfred of Team Saint Lucia, gold medalist Elaine Thompson-Herah of Team Jamaica and bronze medalist Daryll Neita of Team England pose for a photo during the medal ceremony for the Women’s 100m Final on day seven of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games at Alexander Stadium on August 04, 2022 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)
Devynne Charlton, appears to have memories of the women 100m Hurdles Final in Budapest. She is running like someone on a mission. Clearly to be on a mission is an admirable attribute but we will see what happens outdoors. That event is stacked with Talent from Lane 1 to Lane 9. Yes there will be nine persons in the 100m Hurdles Final.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 11: Devynne Charlton of the Bahamas sets the worlds record of 7.67 winning the Women’s 60m Hurdles during the 116th Millrose Games at The Armory Track on February 11, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 11: Devynne Charlton of the Bahamas sets the worlds record of 7.67 winning the Women’s 60m Hurdles during the 116th Millrose Games at The Armory Track on February 11, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 22: Bronze medalist Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce of Team Jamaica poses for a photo during the medal ceremony for the Women’s 100m during day four of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 22, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images for World Athletics)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY: August 21: Gold medal winner Sha’Carri Richardson of the United States with silver medal winner Shericka Jackson of Jamaica and bronze medal winner Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce of Jamaica after the Women’s 100m Final during the World Athletics Championships, at the National Athletics Centre on August 21st, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)
Shelley Ann Fraser Pryce announced that Track and Field Season 2024 will be her last. She came, saw, and conquered. She performed victoriously, hugged competitors, shook hands, and prepared for more challenges. Despite apparent dominance, she remained respectful and conducted herself as a class citizen of the world Athletic Community.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 25: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce of Team Jamaica competes in the Women’s 4x100m Heats during day seven of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 25, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 22: (L-R) Silver medalist Shericka Jackson of Team Jamaica, Gold medalist Sha’Carri Richardson of Team United States, and Bronze medalist Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce of Team Jamaica pose for a photo during the medal ceremony for the Women’s 100m during day four of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 22, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Sam Mellish/Getty Images)
Shelly Ann Fraser Pryce burst on the scene in 2008. Since 2008 to 2024, regardless of what happens later this year, Shelly Ann Fraser Pryce performed at an extremely high level, displaying her talents and making the Island Nation Proud. Now that the end is approaching for Shelly Ann, let us reflect and give thanks to God that we witnessed many wonderful Athletic performances by her.
Parting is such sweet sorrow but as fans of Shelly Ann, we should feel no sorrow as she leave the performing stage. She gave us many thrills between 2008 and 2023. Let us all commemorate her incomparable achievement accordingly.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 22: Bronze medalist Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce of Team Jamaica poses for a photo during the medal ceremony for the Women’s 100m during day four of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 22, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Sam Mellish/Getty Images)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 24: Antonio Watson of Team Jamaica celebrates winning the Men’s 400m Final during day six of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 24, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)
There is Excitement and Entertainment in Track and Field. Going forward in the 100m and 200m events, Stars will have no time to keep anything in Reserve in the 200m, they will leave it all on the Track. The moment a competitor’s feet is off Blocks, Stars will BOOGIE. Stars should remember to treat competitors with respect. The competitive conduct in Track is “Good morning”, “Good afternoon”, and “Good Night” – Meet me at the Tape.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 22: Bronze medalist Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce of Team Jamaica poses for a photo during the medal ceremony for the Women’s 100m during day four of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 22, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images for World Athletics)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 22: Bronze medalist Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce of Team Jamaica poses for a photo during the medal ceremony for the Women’s 100m during day four of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 22, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images for World Athletics)
HANGZHOU, CHINA – SEPTEMBER 30: Ernest John Obiena of Team Philippines competes in the Men’s Pole Vault Final during day 7 of the of the 19th Asian Games at Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre on September 30, 2023 in Hangzhou, China. (Photo by Lintao Zhang/Getty Images)HANGZHOU, CHINA – SEPTEMBER 30: Ernest John Obiena of Team Philippines competes in the Men’s Pole Vault Final during day 7 of the of the 19th Asian Games at Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre on September 30, 2023 in Hangzhou, China. (Photo by Lintao Zhang/Getty Images)
It is unlikely that Shacari Richardson or Shericka Jackson will run the 100m faster than 10.65 seconds. Shacari or Shericka will be Factors in the Women 100m in Paris 2024. Shacari might win the 100m in Paris 2024 but unlikely to be on the 200m Podium. The Quest for Gold in women Sprints has never been more of a contest since “The First Olympics”. Do you remember that day?
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY: August 26: Sha’Carri Richardson of the United States brings home the United States team running the anchor leg to win the gold medal in the Women’s 4x100m Relay during the World Athletics Championships, at the National Athletics Centre on August 26th, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY: August 26: Sha’Carri Richardson of the United States celebrates the team’s gold medal win in the Women’s 4x100m Relay during the World Athletics Championships, at the National Athletics Centre on August 26th, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)
Elaine Thompson Herah and Team discontinued relationship with Coach Shanikie Osbourne. Supposedly, Shanikie was asking for too much money. Fans hope none involved traded Athlete Coach Chemistry for dollars. Elaine Thompson Herah is the one doing the Training, Dieting, and Running but the intangible of Chemistry between Athlete and coach might be worth more than the Dollars. Athlete has to succeed in the Quest for Gold for that trade to be right.
Track and Field Season 2024 is the year of the presumptive Triple Double in Women 100m and 200m at the Olympics. Avid Track Fans believe 2024 is the only year in History for that spectacular occurrence. One exceptional Athlete is two thirds there. Fans would like to experience that achievement. The physical and the spiritual is always a delicate balancing act.
Fans are happy that Elaine Thompson Herah (ETH) through belief and resilience is looking good and prepared for the 2024 season. She will have a 2024 season equivalent to 2021. However, distraction could have a negative impact. The Elite Track Club environment is not expected to be perfect for the Star.
TOKYO, JAPAN August 6: Elaine Thompson-Herah of Jamaica celebrates the Jamaican teams gold medal win in the 4x 100m for women during the Track and Field competition at the Olympic Stadium at the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympic Games on August 6th, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)TOKYO, JAPAN August 6: Elaine Thompson-Herah of Jamaica and Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce of Jamaica celebrate the Jamaican teams gold medal win in the 4x 100m for women during the Track and Field competition at the Olympic Stadium at the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympic Games on August 6th, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)
Shericka Jackson has taken ownership of the Women 200m event. The event has become the Shericka Jackson Invitational. Gabby Thomas has significant work to do. Shacari Richardson is unlikely to contend for the Gold medal in the 200m. In 2024 Elaine Thompson – Herah (ETH) will raise the excitement level in this event. Do not be surprised if Shericka Jackson is challenged. There was an aura of frustration and tiredness by Shericka Jackson at the end of season 2023. Regardless when those two Stars come around the bend at Paris 2024, remove or lose your hat.
EUGENE, OREGON – SEPTEMBER 17: Shericka Jackson of Jamaica reacts after winning the Women’s 200m during the 2023 Prefontaine Classic and Wanda Diamond League Final at Hayward Field on September 17, 2023 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Ali Gradischer/Getty Images)EUGENE, OREGON – SEPTEMBER 16: Shericka Jackson of Jamaica holds up the Diamond League Final trophy after winning the Women’s 100m at Hayward Field on September 16, 2023 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Ali Gradischer/Getty Images)
Expectations are that Elaine Thompson – Herah will join the 200m chase to break the world record of 21.34 seconds. With some effort, ETH can break the 100m world record of 10.49 seconds. Her performance should produce a time of 10.47 seconds. Fans are expecting performances in the Women 200m event to be better than 21.53 seconds. Athletes, whose 200m performance is slower than 22.00 seconds, should consider participating in another event. Fans are anticipating the winning time in Paris to be 21.24 seconds. These two Stars – Shericka Jackson and Elaine Thompson Herah are planning to assault the current 200m record of 21.34 seconds.
Elaine Thompson Herah will be fine. In 2024, she will realize that she has an opportunity to accomplish something that has never been done and no chance of being repeated. She will have a chance to complete a Triple Double in the 100m and 200m at the Olympics. She will have an opportunity to add some granite to her already cemented Track and Field career. Her Legacy, despite a Sub-Par 2023 season is etched in the annals of Olympic History.
TOKYO, JAPAN August 6: Elaine Thompson-Herah of Jamaica celebrates the Jamaican teams gold medal win as she is congratulated by Asha Philip of Great Britain who won the bronze medal with her team in the 4x 100m for women during the Track and Field competition at the Olympic Stadium at the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympic Games on August 6th, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)TOKYO, JAPAN August 6: Elaine Thompson-Herah of Jamaica celebrates the Jamaican teams gold medal win in the 4x 100m for women during the Track and Field competition at the Olympic Stadium at the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympic Games on August 6th, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)
Shelley Ann Fraser Pryce is expected to be competitive in the 100m and might get a Silver or Bronze medal in the event. Fans do not believe Shelley Ann Fraser Pryce will be a Factor in the Women 200m in Paris 2024 but strange things happen in Track and Field. She will be an excellent asset in the 4X100m Relay.
MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 23: Shelly-Ann Fraser attends the Bottega Veneta Summer 24 Show on September 23, 2023 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Jacopo M. Raule/Getty Images for Bottega Veneta)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 26: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce of Team Jamaica prepares to compete in the Women’s 4x100m Relay Final during day eight of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 26, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images for World Athletics)
Julien Alfred is still adjusting to Olympic level competition. Completion of such adjustment should be noticeable in 2028. An expectation that Julien Alfred will be on the 100m and 200m Podiums at Paris 2024 is probably naïve.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 24: Julien Alfred of Team Saint Lucia looks on ahead of competing in the Women’s 200m Semi-Final during day six of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 24, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images for World Athletics)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 24: Anthonique Strachan of Team Bahamas and Julien Alfred of Team Saint Lucia compete in the Women’s 200m Semi-Final during day six of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 24, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Stephen Pond/Getty Images for World Athletics)
Marie Jose Ta Lou is a competitor and good for Track and Field. She will always win some one-off races but come up short in Olympic Finals. However, Stars will always consider her a force to be reckoned with. She could be a factor in the 100m in Paris 2024. Marie Jose Talou, Shelley Ann Fraser Pryce, Shacari Richardson, Elaine Thompson Herah, and Shericka Jackson will make it difficult for Julien Alfred to have success in the 100m and 200m. Marie Jose Talou will continue her Quest for Gold – 2024.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 24: Marie-Josee Ta Lou of Team Ivory Coast looks on ahead of the Women’s 200m Semi-Final during day six of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 24, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images for World Athletics)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 23: Sha’Carri Richardson of Team United States and Marie-Josee Ta Lou of Team Ivory Coast react in the Women’s 200m Heats during day five of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 23, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Hannah Peters/Getty Images)
EJ Obiena of the Philippines is on pace to get the Gold medal in Paris 2024. Men pole Vault is an exciting event. The Philippines is preparing for another magnanimous Olympic moment. All hope that EJ Obiena will succeed in his Quest for Gold in 2024.
HANGZHOU, CHINA – SEPTEMBER 30: Ernest John Obiena of Team Philippines competes in the Men’s Pole Vault Final during day 7 of the of the 19th Asian Games at Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre on September 30, 2023 in Hangzhou, China. (Photo by Lintao Zhang/Getty Images)HANGZHOU, CHINA – SEPTEMBER 30: Ernest John Obiena of Team Philippines reacts after compete in the Men’s Pole Vault Final during day 7 of the of the 19th Asian Games at Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre on September 30, 2023 in Hangzhou, China. (Photo by Lintao Zhang/Getty Images)
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 24: Antonio Watson of Team Jamaica celebrates winning the Men’s 400m Final during day six of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 24, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Mattia Ozbot/Getty Images)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 24: Antonio Watson of Jamaica poses for photos following winning gold the mens 400m final during day six of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 24, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Sam Mellish/Getty Images)
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND – AUGUST 07: Elaine Thompson-Herah finishes in during Athletics Track & Field on day ten of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games at Alexander Stadium on August 7, 2022 on the Birmingham, United Kingdom. (Photo by Steve Christo – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)Jamaica’s Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce competes in the women’s 4x100m relay heats during the World Athletics Championships at the National Athletics Centre in Budapest on August 25, 2023. (Photo by Attila KISBENEDEK / AFP) (Photo by ATTILA KISBENEDEK/AFP via Getty Images)
The Stars are experiencing a level of anxiety. There is no time to rest and some in the Athletic community are exhibiting discord. Hence there is looming Jitters. While there were good performances in 2023, the Stars know there is work to do before Paris 2024. Regardless of the high drama in Budapest 2023, those who take their talent seriously are well aware they can do better. Preparations have begun to attain that other level of athleticism by the Paris Olympics.
BELLINZONA, SWITZERLAND – SEPTEMBER 04: Elaine Thompson-Herah of Jamaica celebrates at the end of the Women 100 Meter during the Gala dei Castelli at the Comunale Stadium on September 04, 2023 in Bellinzona, Switzerland. (Photo by Pier Marco Tacca/Getty Images)Jamaica’s Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce displays her nails as she competes in the women’s 4x100m relay heats during the World Athletics Championships at the National Athletics Centre in Budapest on August 25, 2023. (Photo by Kirill KUDRYAVTSEV / AFP) (Photo by KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV/AFP via Getty Images)
Shelly Ann Fraser – Pryce and Elaine Thompson – Herah are back on the Trail. Both Stars know that one can never be too ready. Athletes have to put in the work to get meaningful results. After an action packed and drama filled Budapest world Championship – 2023, competitors know what to expect and will be bringing their A – Game to Paris – 2024. Fans think that Julien Alfred is on the cusp of joining the Stars circle. Stars cannot rest on their laurels.
Jamaica’s Shericka Jackson crosses the finish line ahead of USA’s Gabrielle Thomas (L), Saint Lucia’s Julien Alfred (2nd L) and Britain’s Daryll Neita (R) to win the women’s 200m final during the World Athletics Championships at the National Athletics Centre in Budapest on August 25, 2023. (Photo by Jewel SAMAD / AFP) (Photo by JEWEL SAMAD/AFP via Getty Images)25 August 2023, Hungary, Budapest: Athletics: World Championships, 200m, women, final, at the National Athletics Center. Sha’carri Richardson (USA), Gabrielle Thomas (USA), Shericka Jackson (Jamaica) and Julien Alfred (St. Lucia) cross the finish line. Photo: Sven Hoppe/dpa (Photo by Sven Hoppe/picture alliance via Getty Images)
Antonio Watson of Jamaica celebrates after winning the Men’s 400m Final of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 in Budapest, Hungary, Aug. 24, 2023. (Photo by Meng Dingbo/Xinhua via Getty Images)Antonio Watson L of Jamaica crosses the finish line during the Men’s 400m Final of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 in Budapest, Hungary, Aug. 24, 2023. (Photo by Zheng Huansong/Xinhua via Getty Images)
Shericka Jackson has taken ownership of the Women 200m event. The event has become the Shericka Jackson Invitational. Gabby Thomas has significant work to do. Shacari Richardson is unlikely to contend for the Gold medal in the 200m. In 2024 Elaine Thompson – Herah (ETH) will raise the excitement level in this event. Do not be surprised if Shericka Jackson is challenged. Hold on to your hat if you need it for Church Services. When those two Stars come around the bend at Paris 2024, remove or lose your hat.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 26: (L-R) Silver medalist Gabrielle Thomas of Team United States, Gold medalist Shericka Jackson of Team Jamaica, and Bronze medalist Sha’Carri Richardson of Team United States pose for a photo during the medal ceremony for the Women’s 200m Final during day eight of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 26, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)Jamaica’s gold medallist Shericka Jackson celebrates with her medal during the podium ceremony for the Women’s 200m during the World Athletics Championships in Budapest on August 26, 2023. (Photo by Antonin THUILLIER / AFP) (Photo by ANTONIN THUILLIER/AFP via Getty Images)
Track and Field Season 2024 is the year of the presumptive Triple Double in Women 100m and 200m at the Olympics. Avid Track Fans believe 2024 is the only year in History for that spectacular occurrence. One exceptional Athlete is two thirds there. Fans might have the experience.
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – SEPTEMBER 08: Elaine Thompson-Herah of Jamaika wins the Diamond League women’s 100 meters race at Roi Baudouin Stadium in Brussels, Belgium on September 08, 2023. (Photo by Dursun Aydemir/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)Elaine Thompson-Herah (C) pictured in action during the 100m race, at the 2023 edition of the Memorial Van Damme Diamond League meeting athletics event, in Brussel, Friday 08 September 2023. BELGA PHOTO JASPER JACOBS (Photo by JASPER JACOBS / BELGA MAG / Belga via AFP) (Photo by JASPER JACOBS/BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images)
Fans are happy to see that Elaine Thompson Herah (ETH) through belief and resilience is looking good and prepared for the 2024 season. She will have a 2024 season equivalent to 2021. Expectations are that she will join the 200m chase to break the world record of 21.34 seconds. With some effort, ETH can break the 100m world record of 10.49 seconds. Her performance should produce a time of 10.47 seconds. Track Fans cannot imagine Shacari Richardson or Shericka Jackson running the 100m event faster than 10.65 seconds.
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – SEPTEMBER 8: Elaine Thompson-Herah of Jamaica? Zoe Hobbs of Australia and Dina-Asher-Smith of Great Britain compete in the 100m women during the AG Memorial Van Damme Diamond League meeting at King Baudouin Stadium on September 8, 2023 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Jorge Luis Alvarez Pupo/Getty Images)Elaine Thompson-Herah (C) pictured in action during the 100m race, at the 2023 edition of the Memorial Van Damme Diamond League meeting athletics event, in Brussel, Friday 08 September 2023. BELGA PHOTO JASPER JACOBS (Photo by JASPER JACOBS / BELGA MAG / Belga via AFP) (Photo by JASPER JACOBS/BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images)
Fans are expecting performances in the Women 200m event to be above the Elaine Thompson Herah line of 21.53 seconds. Athletes, whose 200m performance is slower than 22.00 seconds, should consider participating in another event. Fans are anticipating the Olympic winning time in Paris to be 21.24 seconds. These two Stars – Shericka Jackson and Elaine Thompson Herah are planning to assault the current 200m record of 21.34 seconds.
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND – AUGUST 07: Bronze medallists Jamaica’s Elaine Thompson-Herah, Kemba Nelsom, Natalliah Whyte and Remona Burchell pose during the medal ceremony for the women’s 4x100m during Athletics Track & Field on day ten of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games at Alexander Stadium on August 7, 2022 on the Birmingham, United Kingdom. (Photo by Steve Christo – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)Jamaica’s gold medallist Shericka Jackson celebrates with her medal during the podium ceremony for the Women’s 200m during the World Athletics Championships in Budapest on August 26, 2023. (Photo by Antonin THUILLIER / AFP) (Photo by ANTONIN THUILLIER/AFP via Getty Images)
Elaine Thompson Herah (ETH) is returning to Track shape. The Queen of Women Sprinting is moving forward with her preparation for Paris 2024. MVP Track Club is not a need or of value in the way forward for Elaine Thompson Herah. Elaine Thompson Herah will be fine. In 2024, she will realize that she has an opportunity to accomplish something that has never been done and no chance of being repeated. She will have a chance to complete a Triple Double in the 100m and 200m at the Olympics. She will have an opportunity to add some granite to her already cemented Track and Field career. Her Legacy, despite a Sub-Par 2023 season is etched in the annals of Olympic History.
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND – AUGUST 7: The Nigeria Women’s 4 x 100m Relay gold medal winning team of Tobi Amusan, Favour Ofili, Rosemary Chukwuma and Nzubechi Grace Nwokocha on the podium with their gold medals with silver medalists England, Asha Philip, Imani Lansiquot, Bianca Williams and Daryll Neita and bronze medalists Jamaica, Kemba Nelson, Natalliah Whyte, Remona Burchell and Elaine Thompson-Herah during the Athletics competition at Alexander Stadium during the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games on August 7, 2022, in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 26: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce of Team Jamaica prepares to compete in the Women’s 4x100m Relay Final during day eight of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 26, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images for World Athletics)
Reports are that ETH Management is considering breaking relationship with current coach Shanikie Osbourne. Fans are asking all principals not to be Penny – wise and Pound-foolish. Let us move forward with Training and preparation for Olympics 2024. Do not deprive the Fans of a Triple Double experience. Seventy percent of sprinting is mental. Shanikie Osbourne salvaged ETH 2023 season. Fans look forward to a quick resolution. ETH mission should she choose to accept it is 10.47 and 21.24 for the 100m and 200m respectively. The Tail Gate Party continues.
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – SEPTEMBER 08: Elaine Thompson-Herah of Jamaika wins the Diamond League women’s 100 meters race at Roi Baudouin Stadium in Brussels, Belgium on September 08, 2023. (Photo by Dursun Aydemir/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)Elaine Thompson-Herah of Jamaica reacts after the women’s 100m final at the 2023 Diamond League athletics meeting in Brussels, Belgium, Sept. 8, 2023. (Photo by Zheng Huansong/Xinhua via Getty Images)
Elaine Thompson Herah (ETH) is returning to Track shape. The Queen of Women Sprinting is moving forward with her preparation for Paris 2024. The Cream always rises to the top.
MVP Track Club is not a need or of value in the way forward for Elaine Thompson Herah. Elaine Thompson Herah will be fine. In 2024, she will realize that she has an opportunity to accomplish something that has never been done and no chance of being repeated. She will have a chance to complete a Triple Double of the 100m and 200m at the Olympics. She will have an opportunity to add some granite to her already cemented Track and Field career. Her Legacy, despite a disappointing 2023 season will be forever known. Newcomers to the Sport will aspire to win doubles and not just a gold medal in an event. That mindset will add another level to Track and Field greatness.
Jamaica’s Elaine Thompson-Herah celebrates after winning the Women 100m event of the Brussels IAAF Diamond League athletics meeting on September 8, 2023 at the King Baudouin stadium. (Photo by JOHN THYS / AFP) (Photo by JOHN THYS/AFP via Getty Images)Jamaica’s Elaine Thompson-Herah reacts as she wins the Women 100m event of the Brussels IAAF Diamond League athletics meeting on September 8, 2023 at the King Baudouin stadium. (Photo by JOHN THYS / AFP) (Photo by JOHN THYS/AFP via Getty Images)
Women 200m event has become the Shericka Jackson Invitational. Gabby Thomas has significant work to do. Shacari Richardson is unlikely to contend for the Gold medal in the 200m. When ETH returns in 2024 the excitement level, will rise in this event. Do not be surprised if Shericka Jackson is challenged. ETH 21.53 seconds is not far from 21.41. Hold on to your hat if you need it for Church Services. When those two Stars come around the bend at Paris 2024, remove or lose your hat.
Shericka Jackson of Jamaica reacts after the women’s 200m final at the 2023 Diamond League athletics meeting in Brussels, Belgium, Sept. 8, 2023. (Photo by Zheng Huansong/Xinhua via Getty Images)EUGENE, OREGON – SEPTEMBER 16: Shericka Jackson of Jamaica holds up the Diamond League Final trophy after winning the Women’s 100m at Hayward Field on September 16, 2023 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Ali Gradischer/Getty Images)
Women 100m Hurdles will be the Blue Ribbon event at Paris 2024. The competition will be fierce. The field will be very talented. On any given day, any of the participants can win that event. The margin for error is low. Whoever clears the 3rd Hurdle first has the best chance of winning the event.
Gold medalist Danielle Williams C of Jamaica poses with silver medalist Jasmine Camacho-Quinn L of Puerto Rico and bronze medalist Kendra Harrison of the United States during the awarding ceremony for the women’s 100 meters hurdles final during the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary, Aug. 25, 2023. (Photo by Li Ying/Xinhua via Getty Images)Gold medalist Danielle Williams of Jamaica celebrates during the awarding ceremony for the women’s 100 meters hurdles final during the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary, Aug. 25, 2023. (Photo by Li Ying/Xinhua via Getty Images)
Women 400m Flat will be competitive. Mari Leidy Paulino appears to be ahead of the competition. The question now is can she run faster than 47.60 seconds. When Sydney McLaughlin, Salwa Eid Naser, Gabby Thomas, and Shaunae Miller- Uibo are ready to perform, it would be interesting to witness performances and result. Despite said speculation, Mari Leidy Paulino will be a Factor.
Sliver medalist Natalia Kaczmarek L of Poland, gold medalist Marileidy Paulino C of Dominican Republic and bronze medalist Sada Williams of Barbados attend the awarding ceremony for the Women’s 400m at the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 in Budapest, Hungary, on Aug. 24, 2023. (Photo by Attila Volgyi/Xinhua via Getty Images)Dominican Republic’s Marileidy Paulino (C) wins in the women’s 400m final during the IAAF Diamond League athletics meeting at Egret Stadium in Xiamen, in China’s eastern Fujian province on September 2, 2023. (Photo by GREG BAKER / AFP) (Photo by GREG BAKER/AFP via Getty Images)
Men 400m will be a thriller. Can Antonio Watson of Jamaica run a sub 44.00 seconds? Expectations are that multiple Jamaicans will deliver in this event, at Paris 2024. To that end they are ahead of schedule. Too bad Sean Bailey was not able to run a better race in Budapest. Antonio Watson ran the perfect race under the circumstances in Budapest. Congratulations to Antonio Watson for his Tactical performance. Those who have been asking Glen Mills for 400m Stars will see this victory as Redemption -“One Bob”. Making the Jamaican 400m Team for Olympics 2024 should be interesting and competitive. Anticipation is Jamaica Men 4 X 400m Relay team for Paris 2024 will be strong.
Gold medalist Antonio Watson of Jamaica looks at his medal after the Men’s 400m Final of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 in Budapest, Hungary, Aug. 24, 2023. (Photo by Li Ying/Xinhua via Getty Images)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 25: (L-R) Silver medalist Matthew Hudson-Smith of Team Great Britain, Gold medalist Antonio Watson of Team Jamaica and Quincy Hall of Team United States pose for a photo during the medal ceremony for the Men’s 400m during day seven of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 25, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Sam Mellish/Getty Images)
Men 400m Hurdles has become a Karsten Warholm affair. Running this event in 46.89 seconds is fast. Use to be 47.XX seconds would get the Gold medal but not anymore. McMaster appears to be doing something right in training. Rai Benjamin will be a factor. McMaster will be the Athlete to watch in Paris 2024. Clarke gave a good account of himself and produced a Valiant effort in Budapest. Great things are in store for the young man in this event.
EUGENE, OREGON – SEPTEMBER 16: Rai Benjamin of the United States reacts after winning the Men’s 400m Hurdles at Hayward Field on September 16, 2023 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Ali Gradischer/Getty Images)EUGENE, OREGON – SEPTEMBER 16: Rai Benjamin of the United States reacts after winning the Men’s 400m Hurdles at Hayward Field on September 16, 2023 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Ali Gradischer/Getty Images)
Men 110m Hurdles with Grant Holloway, Hansle Parchment, and Rasheed Broadbell will always be a battle. Winning the event in a time of 12.96 seconds or better will become common. With Gravity in control of the times in this event, it is unlikely we will see a sub 12.80 seconds result for this event.
EUGENE, OREGON – SEPTEMBER 17: Hansle Parchment of Jamaica (right) edges out Grant Holloway of the United States (left) winning the Men’s 110m Hurdles during the 2023 Prefontaine Classic and Wanda Diamond League Final at Hayward Field on September 17, 2023 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Ali Gradischer/Getty Images)EUGENE, OREGON – SEPTEMBER 17: Grant Holloway of the United States (left) and Hansle Parchment (right) of Jamaica compete in the Men’s 110m Hurdles during the 2023 Prefontaine Classic and Wanda Diamond League Final at Hayward Field on September 17, 2023 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Ali Gradischer/Getty Images)
Women pole Vault is an event that does not get much attention. Next year at the Olympics 2024, the event should have a strong following. Fans expect to see names like USA Katie Moon and Australia Nina Kennedy.
USA’s Katie Moon (left) and Australia’s Nina Kennedy on the podium after winning joint gold medal in the Women’s Pole Vault on day five of the World Athletics Championships at the National Athletics Centre in Budapest, Hungary. Picture date: Thursday August 24, 2023. (Photo by Martin Rickett/PA Images via Getty Images)Gold medalists Katie Moon L of the United States and Nina Kennedy of Australia react during the awarding ceremony for the Women’s Pole Vault at the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 in Budapest, Hungary on Aug. 24, 2023. (Photo by Attila Volgyi/Xinhua via Getty Images)
Men pole Vault is an exciting event. EJ Obiena of the Philippines is on pace to get the Gold medal in Paris 2024. The Philippines is preparing for another magnanimous Olympic moment.
Ernest John OBIENA (pole vault) during the Meeting of Brussels at King Baudouin Stadium on September 8, 2023 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Anthony Dibon/Icon Sport via Getty Images)Silver medalist, Philippines’ Ernest John Obiena celebrates during the podium ceremony for the men’s pole vault during the World Athletics Championships in Budapest on August 27, 2023. (Photo by Antonin THUILLIER / AFP) (Photo by ANTONIN THUILLIER/AFP via Getty Images)
Men High Jump, Tamberi, Harrison, and Barshim are the Stars in this Event. The results might be the same in Paris 2024 but fans anticipate a shuffle in the standings with Harrison given a slight edge. It will be interesting to see if anyone can jump higher than 2.36m.
Gold medalist Gianmarco Tamberi C of Italy, silver medalist JuVaughn Harrison L of the U.S. and bronze medalist Mutaz Essa Barshim of Qatar celebrate on the podium during the awarding ceremony for the men’s high jump at the World Athletics Championships 2023 in Budapest, Hungary, Aug. 23, 2023. (Photo by Meng Dingbo/Xinhua via Getty Images)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 23: Silver medalist Juvaughn Harrison of Team United States poses for a photo on the podium during the medals ceremony for the Men’s High Jump during day five of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 23, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)
Men Long Jump is demonstration that Jamaican athletes are rediscovering the Field events. Wayne Pinnock, Tajay Gayle, and Carey McLeod finished 2, 3, and 4 respectively in Budapest. With a little bit of luck it would have been a 1, 2, and 3 finish for the Jamaicans.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 25: Silver medalist Wayne Pinnock of Team Jamaica celebrates on the podium during the medals ceremony for the Men’s Long Jump during day seven of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 25, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images for World Athletics)Gold medalist Miltiadis Tentoglou C of Greece poses with silver medalist Wayne Pinnock L of Jamaica and bronze medalist Tajay Gayle of Jamaica during the awarding ceremony for the men’s long jump final during the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary, Aug. 25, 2023. (Photo by Li Ying/Xinhua via Getty Images)
Most Athletes are taking time off before Training and preparation for Olympics 2024 but the Tail Gate Party continues.
World Championships – 2023 was exciting with surprising results in some finals. The experience required more recovery time than anticipated. Jamaican Athletes are ahead of schedule for Paris 2024. Below are takeaways from Budapest.
Women 100m finals saw a surprising winner Shacari Richardson. If ETH was in Track shape the result would have been different. Shelly Ann Fraser Pryce fitness was exposed and Shericka Jackson lacks the ferociousness of a 100m sprinter. To be a 100m champion you must run through the finish line and not to it. Because of that error in execution Shericka Jackson failed to be a double Gold medalist. Congratulations to Shacari Richardson. She is better than she was at Prefontaine Classic 2021 but still not better than 10.54.
MVP Track Club is not a need or of value in the way forward for Elaine Thompson Herah (ETH). Elaine Thompson Herah will be fine. In 2024, she will realize that she has an opportunity to accomplish something that has never been done and no chance of being repeated. She will have a chance to complete a Triple Double of the 100M and 200M at the Olympics. She will have an opportunity to add some granite to her already cemented Track and Field career. Her Legacy, despite a disappointing 2023 season will be forever known. Newcomers to the Sport will aspire to win doubles and not just a gold medal in an event. That mindset will add another level to Track and Field.
Men 100m Finals looked like a best of the rest competition. Noah Lyles ran an exceptional race but there was the looming specter of where was everyone else. The event had a slow motion feeling. Oblique Seville appears to be comfortable with 4th place finishes in finals. Glen Mills has work to do. Congratulations to Noah Lyles.
Women 200m Finals was the Shericka Jackson Invitational. Gabby Thomas has significant psychological work to do. Shacari Richardson is unlikely to contend for the Gold medal in the 200m. When ETH returns in 2024 the excitement level will rise in this event. Don’t be surprised if Shericka Jackson is challenged. 21.53 seconds is not far from 21.41. Hold on to your hats if you need them for Church Services. When those two Stars come around the bend at Paris 2024 all hats are off. Congratulations to Shericka Jackson for a stellar performance in Budapest 2023.
Men 200m was the Noah Lyles clinic. Apparently the preliminary rounds eliminated the Legs of everyone except Noah. Erriyon Knighton has seemingly reached his zenith. The rest of the competition need to rediscover themselves before Paris 2024. There is talk about Antonio Watson throwing is beret into the 200m mix but fans not sure he can run sub 20.00 seconds for the event. Regardless congratulations to Noah Lyles for his performance and victory in Budapest.
Women 100m Hurdles was the Blue Ribbon event. The competition was fierce. The field was very talented. Expect more of the same at Olympics 2024. On any given day anyone of the participants can win that race. The margin for error is low. It came down to whoever cleared the 3rd Hurdle first. Danielle Williams did and thereafter everyone was playing catch up. Jasmine Camacho Quinn did well to fight back but it was Danielle Williams day. Congratulations to Danielle Williams.
Women 400m Flat saw Mari Leidy Paulino from the Dominican Republic dominate the competition. With a winning time of 48.77 seconds Paulino is ahead of the competition. The question now is can she run faster than 47.60 seconds. When Sydney McLaughlin, Salwa Eid Naser, Gabby Thomas, and Shaunae Miller- Uibo are ready to perform it would be interesting to witness performances and result. Despite said speculation, Congratulations to Mari Leidy Paulino.
Men 400m Finals was a thriller. Antonio Watson of Jamaica delivered a fantastic victory in a time of 44.22 seconds. That victory could not have been scripted. Expectations were that Jamaicans would deliver in this event next year. To that end they are ahead of schedule. Too bad Sean Bailey was not able to run a better race. Antonio Watson ran the perfect race under the circumstances. Congratulations to Antonio Watson for his Tactical performance. Those who have been asking Glenn Mills for 400m Stars will see this victory as Redemption -“One Bob”. Making the Jamaican 400m Team for Olympics 2024 should be interesting and competitive. Anticipation is Jamaica Men 4 X 400m Relay team for Paris 2024 will be strong.
Women 400m Hurdles saw Femke Bol win in a time of 51.70 seconds. Shamir Little took second and Rochelle Clark took third. Quite frankly the result was not impressive. The finish of that race was interesting. Rochelle Clayton can win this race in Paris 2024. She has to work on her race between the 200m and 300m section. She has a faster finish than Bol and Little. Great things are possible for Rochelle. Regardless congratulations to Femke Bol.
Men 400m Hurdles has become a Karsten Warholm affair. Running this event in 46.89 seconds is fast. Use to be 47.00 seconds would get the Gold medal but not anymore. McMaster finishing second appears to be doing something right in training. Rai Benjamin with a 3rd place finish held form but was unable to close the performance gap between himself and Warholm. McMaster will be the Athlete to watch in Paris 2024. Clarke gave a good account of himself and produced a Valiant effort. Great things are in store for the young man in this event. Regardless congratulations to Karsten Warholm.
Men 110m Hurdles saw Grant Holloway outclass the field but at the end Hansel Parchment and Daniel Roberts decided to join the competition. Winning the event in time of 12.96 seconds is exceptional. While Rasheed Broadbell might have turned in a time of 12.93 seconds the margin of victory would have been negligible. With Gravity in control of the times in this event, it’s possible that we are unlikely to see a sub 12.90 seconds run for this event. Congratulations to Grant Holloway in his victory.
Women 800m saw Mary Moraa, Athing Mu, and Keely Hodgkinson in a battle to the finish. The winning time of 1:53:03 is remarkable. Athing Mu was challenged and may need to reconstruct her preparation. Athletes like Natoya Goule – Topping with a PB of 1:57:00 has significant background work to do. Congratulations to Mary Moraa for a Tactical performance.
Men 800m was an event many Fans were not keen on. Fans could not discern any one “fire in the belly competitor “. Arop of Canada came away with the victory in a time of 1:44:24 but Track fans think the event can be run faster, probably in a time of 1:43:00. Except for Arop it is hard to imagine an athlete who might produce that time by Paris 2024. Congratulations to Arop of Canada.
Women 1500m saw Faith Kipyegon and Sifan Hassan continue their battles but they now have company in a spirited competitor- Welteji. Until Kipyegon and Hassan are not in the top 3 finishing positions, the status quo remains. Congratulations to Kipyegon for a well run race.
Men 1500m or Mile saw Josh Kerr of Great Britain survive to win the event in 3:33:00. Ingerbrightsen of Norway gave it a Valiant effort but ran out of energy. Fans expected a faster time but apparently the competitors were victims of the rounds. The winning time in Paris 2024 is expected to be in the neighborhood of 3:20 to 3:25. Congratulations to Josh Kerr.
Women pole Vault is an event that does not get much attention. Next year at the Olympics the event is expected to draw a strong following. The competition was a hard fought battle between USA Katie Moon and Australia Nina Kennedy. In the end the Ladies agreed to accept a tie. Both Competitors were credited for a Vault of 4:80m. Congratulations to USA Katie Moon and Australia Nina Kennedy.
Men pole Vault was an exciting competition. EJ Obiena got the Silver medal. He is on pace to get the Gold medal in Paris 2024. The Philippines is preparing for another magnanimous Olympic moment. Congratulations to Mondo Duplantis for winning the event with a Vault of 6:00m
Women High Jump is popular. Mahuchikh, Patterson, and Olyslagers put on a good show for the fans. The Jamaican- Distin looks very good. Expectations are Lamara Distin will be a factor in Paris 2024. The event exhibited excellent performances. Congratulations to Mahuchikh for surviving the challenge with a Jump of 2.01m.
Men High Jump, Tamberi, Harrison, and Barshim were triumphant 1, 2, and 3 respectively in the competition. The results might be the same in Paris 2024 but fans anticipate a shuffle in the standings with Harrison given a slight edge. Congratulations to Tamberi with the winning height of 2.36m.
Women Long Jump could benefit from a little more excitement. Fans are concerned that competitors are not offering much of a challenge. In the end Ivana Vuleta, Tamara Davis, and Rotaru – Kottman took Gold, Silver, and Bronze respectively. Congratulations to Vuelta with the winning Jump of 7:14m. There is a strong feeling that the result will be different in Paris 2024.
Men Long Jump was a demonstration that Jamaican athletes are rediscovering the Field events. Wayne Pinnock, Tajay Gayle, and Carey McLeod finished 2, 3, and 4 respectively. With a little bit of luck it would have been a 1, 2, and 3 finish for the Jamaicans. Congratulations to Militadis Tentoglou who won the event.
Most Athletes are taking time off before Training and preparation for Olympics 2024 but the Tail Gate Party continues.
EUGENE, OREGON – AUGUST 21: Elaine Thompson-Herah of Jamaica celebrates winning the 100m race during the Wanda Diamond League Prefontaine Classic at Hayward Field on August 21, 2021 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images)TOKYO, JAPAN – AUGUST 03: Elaine Thompson-Herah of Team Jamaica wins the gold medal in the Women’s 200m Final on day eleven of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on August 03, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)
It appears that the rebound of Elaine Thompson Herah (ETH) might be threatened. Pre- season 2022 she opened with a 400M experiment, which in retrospect failed. Pre- season 2023 she again opened with another 400M experiment, which objectively was a failure. Unless it was a planned 300M experiment, it failed or proved nothing. Said experiment can be done in Training. Fans have no interest in seeing their Star struggle. Lactic acid will embarrass any Athlete. Our Star is not focus on her Bread and Butter events. Since the coaching staff is confused, then it is time for Sponsors to speak up. Disappointment is in the air.
If an Athlete wishes to experiment with the 400M, then do it in Training. The notion that running the 400M will prepare one for the 200M is folly, at least for ETH. No one wish for a return to her previous Track Club but Fans are encouraging current coaches to get their act together. ETH is on the cusp of a three – Peat of the double, 100 and 200M, at Olympics in 2024. By Jove, get to that point coaches. If this conduct is a strategy then Fans are now asking what exactly is the Goal. Disappointment is Looming.
TOKYO, JAPAN – AUGUST 07: Gold medal winners Briana Williams, Elaine Thompson-Herah, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Shericka Jackson of Team Jamaica stand on the podium during the medal ceremony for the Women’s 4 x 100m Relay on day fifteen of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on August 07, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Matthias Hangst/Getty Images)TOKYO, JAPAN – JULY 31: Elaine Thompson-Herah of Team Jamaica poses for a photo after winning the gold medal and setting a new Olympic record in the Women’s 100m Final on day eight of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on July 31, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Fans anticipate Signature performances in the women 100M, 200M, 400M, and 800M. Competitive Athletes are planning to surprise. They are planning to deliver exceptional performances to cap the era 2016 – 2024. Fans believe the 100M world record will be 10.47 seconds, the 200M world record will be 21.2 seconds, the 400M world record will be 47.5, and the 800M world record will be 1:52.55 by the end of Track season 2024.
Track and Field 2023 is moving forward. Track and Field is creating excitement and the World is watching. Expectations are Stars will be ready and competitors will be back rejuvenated and determined to outperform their rivals. In the midst of all this excitement and anticipation, The Olympics women 100M Record Holder is seemingly inactive. Disappointment is Looming.
TOPSHOT – Jamaica’s Shericka Jackson (2nd R), Jamaica’s Kemba Nelson (R), Jamaica’s Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce (2nd L) and Jamaica’s Elaine Thompson-Herah celebrate after winning silver in the women’s 4x100m relay final during the World Athletics Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on July 23, 2022. (Photo by Jim WATSON / AFP) (Photo by JIM WATSON/AFP via Getty Images)US’ Gabrielle Thomas (L) celebrates winning the women’s 200m event during the IAAF Diamond League athletics Doha meeting at the Khalifa International stadium in the Qatar capital on May 13, 2022. (Photo by KARIM JAAFAR / AFP) (Photo by KARIM JAAFAR/AFP via Getty Images)
2023 and 2024, will be defining years for some Track and Field stars. Careers will end or begin in these two years. Women 100M record will be 10.47 and the 200M record will be 21.2 seconds. BeyondApparent.com thinks the Olympic record holder for the 100M is most likely to accomplish that success as long as there are no hidden injuries. Fans should not be distracted by 60M Events. There is an Ocean between 60M and 100M and you had better be able to swim.
Women 400M and 800M events will be very competitive. Gabby Thomas will hunt for treasure in the 400M event. The 800M is still unsorted. With the exception of Athing Mu, there is still no indication in 2023 of anyone ready to be World Champion in the 800M event.
TOKYO, JAPAN – AUGUST 2: Gabrielle Thomas of United States of America competing in the Women’s 200m Round 1 during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium on August 2, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan (Photo by Ronald Hoogendoorn/BSR Agency/Getty Images)WALNUT, CALIFORNIA – MAY 09: Gabby Thomas smiles as she walks with Lynna Irby and Allyson Felix after winning the Women 200 Meter Dash during the USATF Golden Games and World Athletics Continental Tour event at the Mt. San Antonio College on May 09, 2021 in Walnut, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
Jamaican Female sprinters, have unfinished business. Fans of Elaine Thompson – Herah (ETH) anticipate excellent years in 2023 and 2024. They are anxious for Signature Performances. The next two years 2023 and 2024 is Prime time to run 10.47 for the Women 100M event. If 10.47 is not attained Fans will wait decades for that opportunity. Base on 2023 performances, 10.47 in the women 100M is more likely to occur in Paris than in Budapest. That record will last forever and a Day.
EUGENE, OREGON – JULY 17: Gold medalist Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce of Team Jamaica and silver medalist Shericka Jackson of Team Jamaica celebrate after the Women’s 100m Final on day three of the World Athletics Championships Oregon22 at Hayward Field on July 17, 2022 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)EUGENE, OREGON – JULY 21: Shericka Jackson of Team Jamaica celebrates after winning gold in the Women’s 200m Final on day seven of the World Athletics Championships Oregon22 at Hayward Field on July 21, 2022 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images for World Athletics)
Absent injuries, ETH should to be a Factor in the Women 100M and 200M events in Budapest Hungary August 19, 2023. Less than Signature Performances will be a disappointment. Elaine Thompson – Herah, has work to do but nothing to be nervous about. The Spear will be burning in Budapest and will make Jamaica proud.
TOKYO, JAPAN – JULY 31: Elaine Thompson-Herah of Team Jamaica celebrates after winning the gold medal in the Women’s 100m Final on day eight of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on July 31, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)TOKYO, JAPAN – JULY 31: Elaine Thompson-Herah of Team Jamaica wins the Women’s 100m Final on day eight of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on July 31, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Matthias Hangst/Getty Images)
Athletes planning to be in the Women 100M Final in Budapest with a Personal Best (PB) slower than 10.7X should skip the event. Participating in the event with a PB south of 10.7X, will make you late for Dinner, where dinner is the Gold Medal. The Women’s 100M Final in Budapest 2023 is on Track for a Time of 10.61 or better. The Tail Gate Party continues to Olympics 2024.
Silver medallist Jamaica’s Jaheel Hyde reacts after the men’s 400m hurdles final athletics event at the Alexander Stadium, on day nine of the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, central England, on August 6, 2022. (Photo by Glyn KIRK / AFP) (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)Ackeem Blake and Yohan Blake during the men’s 100m at the Athletics Diamond League Silesia Kamila Skolimowska memorial at Silesian Stadium in Chorzow, Poland on August 6, 2022. (Photo by Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images)MUMBAI, INDIA – JANUARY 12: Jamaican sprinter and Tata Mumbai Marathon 2023 International Event Ambassador Yohan Blake addressing the media during a press conference at Mumbai Marathi Patarkar Sangh on January 12, 2023 in Mumbai, India. (Photo by Anshuman Poyrekar/Hindustan Times via Getty Images)
Jamaican Male Track and Field Athletes capable of running sub 10.0 seconds for the 100M, sub 20.0 seconds for the 200M, sub 44.0 seconds for the 400M, sub 1:44 for the 800M, and sub 3:20 for the 1500M are invited to audition in Country for Track Season 2023. Be there or be square. Uniforms provided after a successful Drug Test. Hope to see you there.
(From L) Kenya’s Ferdinand Omanyala, Jamaica’s Oblique Seville and Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo cross the finish line in the men’s 100m semi-final during the World Athletics Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on July 16, 2022. (Photo by Jewel SAMAD / AFP) (Photo by JEWEL SAMAD/AFP via Getty Images)EUGENE, OREGON – JULY 15: Ackeem Blake of Team Jamaica, Francesco Sansovini of Team San Marino, Rohan Browning of Team Australia and Marvin Bracy of Team United States compete in the Men’s 100 Meter heats on day one of the World Athletics Championships Oregon22 at Hayward Field on July 15, 2022 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
Fans are calling for an end to the drought of victories and a return to performances consistent with Heritage. Fans anticipate Jamaica’s male Track and Field athletes to resume dominance at World Championship 2023 and Olympics 2024. We expect Signature Performances. We know things will get better but it is time to get to work. Fans will patiently wait and provide pens for Signature performances.
EUGENE, OREGON – JULY 15: Dorian Keletela of Team Athlete Refugee, Lamont Marcell Jacobs of Team Italy, and Oblique Seville of Team Jamaica compete in the Men’s 100 Meter heats on day one of the World Athletics Championships Oregon22 at Hayward Field on July 15, 2022 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND – AUGUST 06: (L-R) Silver medalist Jaheel Hyde of Team Jamaica, Gold medalist Kyron McMaster of Team British Virgin Islands and bronze medalist Alastair Chalmers of Team Guernsey celebrate during the medal ceremony for the Men’s 400m Hurdles Final on day nine of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games at Alexander Stadium on August 06, 2022 on the Birmingham, England. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)
There are prospects for Jamaica’s male Track and Field. It is time for all to Big Up. Usain is not the only one who can run. Did Usain take the best track shoes home? Thank goodness, he did not take the women shoes. Usain Bolt might have been an inspiration or the equivalent of an insurance policy but Fans are looking for a few good men to inspire and motivate others.
MUMBAI, INDIA – JANUARY 12: Jamaican sprinter and Tata Mumbai Marathon 2023 International Event Ambassador Yohan Blake addressing the media during a press conference at Mumbai Marathi Patarkar Sangh on January 12, 2023 in Mumbai, India. (Photo by Anshuman Poyrekar/Hindustan Times via Getty Images)MUMBAI, INDIA – JANUARY 12: Jamaican sprinter and Tata Mumbai Marathon 2023 International Event Ambassador Yohan Blake addressing the media during a press conference at Mumbai Marathi Patarkar Sangh on January 12, 2023 in Mumbai, India. (Photo by Anshuman Poyrekar/Hindustan Times via Getty Images)
There were great expectations that success at Common Wealth Games 2018 would carry forward to Olympics 2020 in Tokyo. Unfortunately, Fans did not realize that expectation. At Commonwealth Games 2018, the team placed 11TH out of 43 with 27 Medals in total – 7 Gold, 9 Silver, and 11 Bronze. Not too shabby for an Island Nation. Fans anticipated improvement in Field events such as Long Jump, Triple JumpJavelin, Discus, Shot Put, Hammer throw, and High Jump. Those gains did not materialize in Tokyo 2021 but they are forthcoming.
TOKYO, JAPAN – JULY 30: Traves Smikle of Team Jamaica competes in the Men’s Discus Throw Qualification on day seven of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on July 30, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)TOKYO, JAPAN – JULY 30: Traves Smikle of Team Jamaica competes in the Men’s Discus Throw Qualification on day seven of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on July 30, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
Hurdling has caught on. Jamaica’s Male Hurdlers are demonstrating what Fans expected in this Event. Hansle Parchment won Gold and Ronald Levy won Bronze in the 110M hurdles Olympics 2020 in Tokyo. Jaheel Hyde has some work to do in the Men’s 400 meters hurdles but Fans think he is on the cusp of doing something special. Track and Field is hard work and Perseverance.
Gold medallist Jamaica’s Hansle Parchment poses with his medal on the podium after the men’s 110m hurdles event during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at the Olympic stadium in Tokyo on August 5, 2021. (Photo by Ina FASSBENDER / AFP) (Photo by INA FASSBENDER/AFP via Getty Images)TOKYO, JAPAN – AUGUST 05: Gold medalist Hansle Parchment of Team Jamaica celebrates after competing in the Men’s 110m Hurdles Final on day thirteen of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on August 05, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Omar McLeod still impress despite not making the Team for recent International campaigns. His performances boosted interest in the 110M Hurdles event. The 110M Hurdles is an event in which Jamaican Athletes should excel. It is time to get ready for World Athletic Championships – 2023. I am 100 percent behind Hurdlers. Is it possible that Omar McLeod, Hansle Parchment, and Ronald Levy could produce a 123 in the 110M hurdles? Fans think it is possible. However, there is a new person on the Team – Rasheed Broadbell. The Tail Gate Party continues to Olympics 2024.
SHANGHAI, CHINA – MAY 14: Omar Mcleod of Jamaica celebrating after win the Men’s 110 metres hurdles during the 2016 IAAF Diamond League at Shanghai Stadium on May 14, 2016 in Shanghai, China. (Photo by Marcio Machado/Getty Images)RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – AUGUST 17: Gold medalist Omar Mcleod of Jamaica poses during the medal ceremony for the Men’s 110m Hurdles Final on Day 12 of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium on August 17, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)
DOHA, QATAR – OCTOBER 02: Dina Asher-Smith of Great Britain celebrates after winning gold in the Women’s 200 metres final during day six of 17th IAAF World Athletics Championships Doha 2019 at Khalifa International Stadium on October 02, 2019 in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Matthias Hangst/Getty Images)TOKYO, JAPAN – AUGUST 05: Asha Philip, Dina Asher-Smith, Imani Lansiquot and Daryll Neita of Team Great Britain pose after coming in first in round one of the Women’s 4 x 100m Relay Heat 1 on day thirteen of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on August 05, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
In 2023 and 2024, Fans anticipate Signature performances in the women 100M, 200M, 400M, and 800M. Stars and competitive Athletes are planning to surprise. They are planning to deliver an extravaganza of performances to cap the era 2016 – 2024. Fans will be delighted, always remembering where they were when the 100M world record became 10.47 seconds, the 200M world record became 21.2 seconds, the 400M world record became 47.5, and the 800M world record became 1:52.55.
TOKYO, JAPAN – JULY 31: (L-R) Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Elaine Thompson-Herah and Shericka Jackson of Team Jamaica celebrate after completing a podium sweep in the Women’s 100m Final on day eight of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on July 31, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Matthias Hangst/Getty Images)TOKYO, JAPAN – JULY 31: Elaine Thompson-Herah of Team Jamaica poses for a photo after winning the gold medal and setting a new Olympic record in the Women’s 100m Final on day eight of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on July 31, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
2023 and 2024, will be defining years for some Track and Field stars. Careers will end or begin in these two years. Women 100M record will be 10.47 and the 200M record will be 21.2 seconds. BeyondApparent.com thinks the Olympic record holder for the 100M is most likely to accomplish that feat as long as there are no hidden injuries.
Women 400M and 800M events will be very competitive. Gabby Thomas will hunt for treasure in the 400M event. The 800M is still unsorted. With the exception of Athing Mu, there is no indication in 2023 of anyone ready to be World Champion in the 800M event.
TOKYO, JAPAN – AUGUST 06: Gabrielle Thomas of Team TEAM UNITED STATES competes during the Women’s 4 x 100m Relay on day fourteen of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on August 06, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)TOKYO, JAPAN – AUGUST 2: Gabrielle Thomas of United States of America competing in the Women’s 200m Round 1 during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium on August 2, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan (Photo by Ronald Hoogendoorn/BSR Agency/Getty Images)
2023 promises to be a rebuilding Year for Male Jamaican sprinters. Jamaican Female sprinters, particularly Stars have unfinished business. Fans of Elaine Thompson – Herah(ETH) anticipate excellent years in 2023 and 2024. They are anxious for Signature Performances. The next two years 2023 and 2024 is the time to run 10.47 for the 100M event. If a time of 10.47 is not accomplished Fans will wait decades for that opportunity. If she runs 10.47 for the 100M in Budapest or Paris, that record will last forever and a Day.
Gold medallist Yohan Blake of Jamaica gestures during the award ceremony for the men’s 100 metres final at the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) World Championships in Daegu on August 29, 2011. AFP PHOTO / KIM JAE-HWAN (Photo credit should read KIM JAE-HWAN/AFP via Getty Images)Gold medallist Yohan Blake of Jamaica bites his medal during the award ceremony for the men’s 100 metres final at the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) World Championships in Daegu on August 29, 2011. AFP PHOTO / KIM JAE-HWAN (Photo credit should read KIM JAE-HWAN/AFP via Getty Images)
Absent injuries, ETH will to be a Factor in the Women 100M and 200M events in Budapest Hungary August 19, 2023. Elaine Thompson – Herah, has work to do but nothing to be nervous about. The Spear will be burning in Budapest and will make Jamaica proud.
TOPSHOT – Jamaica’s Shericka Jackson (2nd R), Jamaica’s Kemba Nelson (R), Jamaica’s Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce (2nd L) and Jamaica’s Elaine Thompson-Herah celebrate after winning silver in the women’s 4x100m relay final during the World Athletics Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on July 23, 2022. (Photo by Jim WATSON / AFP) (Photo by JIM WATSON/AFP via Getty Images)TOKYO, JAPAN – AUGUST 07: Gold medal winners Briana Williams, Elaine Thompson-Herah, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Shericka Jackson of Team Jamaica stand on the podium during the medal ceremony for the Women’s 4 x 100m Relay on day fifteen of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on August 07, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Matthias Hangst/Getty Images)
Athletes planning to be in the Women 100M Final in Budapest with a Personal Best (PB) slower than 10.7X should skip the event. Participating in the event with a PB south of 10.7X, will make you late for Dinner, where dinner is the Gold Medal. The Women’s 100M Final in Budapest 2023 is on Track for a Time of 10.61 or better.
TOKYO, JAPAN – JULY 26: Hidilyn Diaz of Philippines competes in the Women’s 55kg Weightlifting Group A match on day three of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at the Tokyo International Forum on July 26, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by An Lingjun/CHINASPORTS/VCG via Getty Images)TOKYO, JAPAN – JULY 26: Hidilyn Diaz of Philippines celebrates after winning the Women’s 55kg Weightlifting Group A match on day three of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at the Tokyo International Forum on July 26, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by An Lingjun/CHINASPORTS/VCG via Getty Images)
The Philippines Track and Field competition continues with enthusiasm and optimism. Sources believe that participation and performance in the female camp will rival the spirit of Jamaican Athletes. It will take time to duplicate times, distances, and heights but they are moving forward.
Philippines Athletes are making efforts to improve their skills in Long Jump, Triple Jump, and High Jump. They are exhibiting performances consistent with an “I can do” attitude. Once competitively successful in International meetings, confidence will set in making the sky the limit. Future SEA Games will be preparation for Olympic competition.
Boxing, weightlifting, gymnastics, and swimming programs appear to be well on the way to producing Stars in the near future. Current Athletes in these disciplines are not yet Household names but avid Fans think that like Hidilyn Diaz and EJ OBIENA, some will attain prominence soon.
Philippines’ Eumir Marcial (blue) celebrates after winning by KO against Armenia’s Arman Darchinyan during their men’s middle (69-75kg) quarter-final boxing match during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at the Kokugikan Arena in Tokyo on August 1, 2021. (Photo by Luis ROBAYO / AFP) (Photo by LUIS ROBAYO/AFP via Getty Images)TOKYO, JAPAN – AUGUST 01: Eumir Marcial of Team Philippines celebrates victory over Arman Darchinyan (red) of Team Armenia during the Men’s Middle (69-75kg) quarter final on day nine of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Kokugikan Arena on August 01, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)
In Boxing, Female and Male Kababayans are stepping in the Ring fearless and throwing barrage of punches. They are competing in a manner the equivalent of “I am Pilipino and here to win”. Eumir Marcial is a promising Boxer who should have a successful Professional career. The “young uns” are maintaining the Legacy.
Philippines’ Carlos Edriel Yulo competes in the parallel bars event at the men’s team qualification during the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships at the Kitakyushu City Gymnasium in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka prefecture on October 20, 2021. (Photo by Philip FONG / AFP) (Photo by PHILIP FONG/AFP via Getty Images)Philippines’ Carlos Edriel Yulo competes in the parallel bars event at the men’s apparatus finals during the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships at the Kitakyushu City Gymnasium in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka prefecture on October 24, 2021. (Photo by Philip FONG / AFP) (Photo by PHILIP FONG/AFP via Getty Images)
Swimming is frontline event for the Filipino Team. Kababayans are always striving to be as good as Americans are in the Pool. CHLOE ISLETA is leading the effort. Hidilyn Diaz encourages another First in an event. Chloe Isleta embraces the challenge and look forward to Olympics 2024. There is no doubt that Filipinos would like to be as good as Jamaicans are on the Track.
Pole Vault in the Philippines is getting attention. E J Obiena and Natalie Uy are creating excitement. Natalie Uy is someone to follow. Fans of E J Obiena see him as a high prospect for a Medal in the Pole Vault Olympics 2024. It is likely that he will win the Gold Medal at Olympics 2024. He did not win the Gold Medal at WAC – 2022 but he performed at a high Level and won the Bronze.
Philippines’ Ernest John Obiena competes during the indoor men’s pole vault Beijer gala event in Uppsala, Sweden, on February 9, 2022. (Photo by Jonathan NACKSTRAND / AFP) (Photo by JONATHAN NACKSTRAND/AFP via Getty Images)Philippines’ Ernest John Obiena competes during the men’s pole vault event of the ISTAF indoor athletics meeting in Berlin on February 4, 2022. (Photo by John MACDOUGALL / AFP) (Photo by JOHN MACDOUGALL/AFP via Getty Images)
TOKYO, JAPAN – JULY 31: Elaine Thompson-Herah of Team Jamaica poses for a photo after winning the gold medal and setting a new Olympic record in the Women’s 100m Final on day eight of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on July 31, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)TOKYO, JAPAN – JULY 31: Elaine Thompson-Herah of Team Jamaica wins the Women’s 100m Final on day eight of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on July 31, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Matthias Hangst/Getty Images)
2023 and 2024 will be defining years for some Track and Field stars. Careers will end or begin in these two years. Women 100M record will be 10.47 and the 200M record will be 21.2 seconds. BeyondApparent.com thinks the Olympic record holder for the 100M is most likely to accomplish that feat as long as there are no hidden injuries.
EUGENE, OREGON – JUNE 26: Gabby Thomas (C), first, Jenna Prandini (L), second, and Anavia Battle, third, celebrate on the podium after the Women’s 200 Meters Final on day nine of the 2020 U.S. Olympic Track & Field Team Trials at Hayward Field on June 26, 2021 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)EUGENE, OREGON – JUNE 26: Gabby Thomas celebrates after crossing the finish line to win the Women’s 200 Meters Final on day nine of the 2020 U.S. Olympic Track & Field Team Trials at Hayward Field on June 26, 2021 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
Women 400M and 800M events will be very competitive. Gabby Thomas will hunt for treasure in the 400M event. The 800M is still unsorted. With the exception of Athing Mu, there was no indication in 2022 of anyone else ready to be a World Champion.
2023 promises to be a rebuilding Year for Male Jamaican sprinters. Jamaican Female sprinters, particularly the Stars have unfinished business. Fans of Elaine Thompson – Herah(ETH) anticipate excellent years in 2023 and 2024. The next two years 2023 and 2024 is the time to run 10.47 for the 100M event. If a time of 10.47 is not accomplished Fans will wait decades for that opportunity. If she runs 10.47 for the 100M in Budapest or Paris, that record will last forever and a Day.
EUGENE, OREGON – AUGUST 21: Elaine Thompson-Herah of Jamaica celebrates winning the 100m race during the Wanda Diamond League Prefontaine Classic at Hayward Field on August 21, 2021 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images)TOKYO, JAPAN – JULY 31: (L-R) Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Elaine Thompson-Herah and Shericka Jackson of Team Jamaica celebrate after completing a podium sweep in the Women’s 100m Final on day eight of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on July 31, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Matthias Hangst/Getty Images)
Absent injuries, ETH will to be a Factor in the Women 100M and 200M events in Budapest Hungary August 19, 2023. Elaine Thompson – Herah, has work to do but nothing to be nervous about. The Spear will be burning in Budapest and will make Jamaica proud.
EUGENE, OREGON – JULY 17: Gold medalist Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce of Team Jamaica and silver medalist Shericka Jackson of Team Jamaica celebrate after the Women’s 100m Final on day three of the World Athletics Championships Oregon22 at Hayward Field on July 17, 2022 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)TOKYO, JAPAN – JULY 31: Elaine Thompson-Herah of Team Jamaica celebrates after winning the gold medal in the Women’s 100m Final on day eight of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on July 31, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)
Athletes planning to be in the Women 100M Final in Budapest with a Personal Best (PB) slower than 10.7X should skip the event. Participating in the event with a PB south of 10.7X, will make you late for Dinner, where dinner is the Gold Medal. The Women’s 100M Final in Budapest 2023 is on Track for a Time of 10.61 or better.
Philippines’ Carlos Edriel Yulo competes in the parallel bars event at the men’s apparatus finals during the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships at the Kitakyushu City Gymnasium in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka prefecture on October 24, 2021. (Photo by Charly TRIBALLEAU / AFP) (Photo by CHARLY TRIBALLEAU/AFP via Getty Images)Philippines’ Eumir Marcial (blue) celebrates after winning by KO against Armenia’s Arman Darchinyan during their men’s middle (69-75kg) quarter-final boxing match during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at the Kokugikan Arena in Tokyo on August 1, 2021. (Photo by Luis ROBAYO / AFP) (Photo by LUIS ROBAYO/AFP via Getty Images)
Track and Field competition in the Philippines continues with enthusiasm and optimism. Sources believe that participation and performance in the female camp will rival the spirit of Jamaican Athletes. It will take time to duplicate times, distances, and heights but they are moving forward.
Philippines Athletes are making efforts to improve their skills in Long Jump, Triple Jump, and High Jump. They are exhibiting performances consistent with “I can do” attitude. Once competitively successful in International meetings, confidence will set in making the sky the limit. Future SEA Games will be preparation for Olympic competition.
TOKYO, JAPAN – AUGUST 05: Oleksandr Khyzhniak (red) of Team Ukraine exchanges punches with Eumir Marcial of Team Philippines during the Men’s Middle (69-75kg) semi final on day thirteen of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Kokugikan Arena on August 05, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Ueslei Marcelino – Pool/Getty Images)Philippines’ Eumir Marcial (blue) celebrates after winning by KO against Armenia’s Arman Darchinyan during their men’s middle (69-75kg) quarter-final boxing match during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at the Kokugikan Arena in Tokyo on August 1, 2021. (Photo by Luis ROBAYO / AFP) (Photo by LUIS ROBAYO/AFP via Getty Images)
Boxing, weightlifting, gymnastics, and swimming programs appear to be well on the way to producing Stars in the near future. Current Athletes in these disciplines are not yet Household names but avid Fans think that like Hidilyn Diaz and EJ OBIENA, some will attain prominence soon.
On the Olympic Level Boxing, Female and Male Kababayans are stepping in the Ring fearless and throwing barrage of punches. They are competing in a manner the equivalent of “I am Pilipino and here to win”. Eumir Marcial is a promising Boxer who should have a successful Professional career. The “young uns” are maintaining the Legacy.
Weightlifting is now a prominent sport. Weightlifters are encouraged by the performances of Hidilyn Diaz in SEA Games – 2022. Pinoys expect their good fortunes to continue. Fans expect the Team to be competitive on the International stage.
TOKYO, JAPAN – JULY 26: Hidilyn Diaz of Philippines competes in the Women’s 55kg Weightlifting Group A match on day three of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at the Tokyo International Forum on July 26, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by An Lingjun/CHINASPORTS/VCG via Getty Images)Philippines’ Hidilyn Diaz competes in the women’s 55kg weightlifting competition during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at the Tokyo International Forum in Tokyo on July 26, 2021. (Photo by Vincenzo PINTO / AFP) (Photo by VINCENZO PINTO/AFP via Getty Images)
Swimming is a frontline event for the Filipino Team. Kababayans are always striving to be as good as Americans are in the Pool. CHLOE ISLETA is leading the effort. Hidilyn Diaz encourages another First in an event. Chloe Isleta embraces the challenge and look forward to Olympics 2024. There is no doubt that Filipinos would like to be as good as Jamaicans are on the Track.
Pole Vault in the Philippines is getting attention. E J Obiena and Natalie Uy are creating excitement. Natalie Uy is someone to follow. Fans of E J Obiena see him as a high prospect for a Medal in the Pole Vault Olympics 2024. It is likely that he will win the Gold Medal at Olympics 2024. He did not win the Gold Medal at WAC – 2022 but he performed at a high Level and won the Bronze.
TOKYO, JAPAN – AUGUST 03: Ernest John Obiena of Team Philippines competes in the Men’s Pole Vault Final on day eleven of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on August 03, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Matthias Hangst/Getty Images)Philippines’ Ernest John Obiena competes during the men’s pole vault event of the ISTAF indoor athletics meeting in Berlin on February 4, 2022. (Photo by John MACDOUGALL / AFP) (Photo by JOHN MACDOUGALL/AFP via Getty Images)
Ernest OBIANE of Philippines (Pole Vault) during the Meeting de Lievin at Arena Stade Couvert on February 17, 2022 in Lievin, France. (Photo by Hugo Pfeiffer/Icon Sport via Getty Images)
Philippines Athletics is definitely on a trajectory of forward and upward. The Performances of John Obiena and Hidilyn Diaz in Olympics 2020 have energized aspiring athletes. Fans are anticipating more of what they saw in Tokyo and glimpses of recent events. Collectively they are echoing sentiments of “Liking, Loving, and wanting more“.
There is increased participation in Track and Field in the Philippines and the future looks bright. EJ Obiena is a talented Athlete. Fans are not sure why the issues with the Athletic Authorities. However, they are pleading with the authorities to let him participate and represent Country. Fans see no need to prohibit talent. If you think EJ Obiena is not talented, let us see you do the Pole Vault. There is anticipation that EJ Obiena will ultimately get a medal on the world stage in the Pole Vault.
Philippines’ Ernest John Obiena competes during the men’s pole vault event of the ISTAF indoor athletics meeting in Berlin on February 4, 2022. (Photo by John MACDOUGALL / AFP) (Photo by JOHN MACDOUGALL/AFP via Getty Images)Philippines’ Ernest John Obiena competes during the indoor men’s pole vault Beijer gala event in Uppsala, Sweden, on February 9, 2022. (Photo by Jonathan NACKSTRAND / AFP) (Photo by JONATHAN NACKSTRAND/AFP via Getty Images)
MONACO, MONACO – AUGUST 14: Ernest John Obiena of Philippines competes in the Men’s Pole Vault during the Herculis EBS Monaco 2020 Diamond League meeting at Stade Louis II on August 14, 2020 in Monaco, Monaco. (Photo by Valery Hache/Pool via Getty Images)TOKYO, JAPAN – AUGUST 03: Ernest John Obiena of Team Philippines competes in the Men’s Pole Vault Final on day eleven of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on August 03, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Matthias Hangst/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM: September 3: Ernest John Obiena of the Philippines in action during the pole vault competition at the Wanda Diamond League 2021 Memorial Van Damme Athletics competition at King Baudouin Stadium on September 3, 2021 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)
This picture taken on May 21, 2021 shows Olympic weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz of the Philippines lifting weights during a training session in Jasin in the Malaysian city of Malacca. – Filipina weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz, who took silver at Rio 2016, has been stuck in Malaysia since February last year because of the coronavirus pandemic but has remained determined to realise her dream of becoming the first Olympic gold medal winner from the Philippines. – To go with ‘OLY-2020-2021-WEIGHTLIFTING-PHILIPPINES,INTERVIEW’ (Photo by Mohd RASFAN / AFP) / To go with ‘OLY-2020-2021-WEIGHTLIFTING-PHILIPPINES,INTERVIEW’ (Photo by MOHD RASFAN/AFP via Getty Images)Philippines’ Hidilyn Diaz competes in the women’s 55kg weightlifting competition during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at the Tokyo International Forum in Tokyo on July 26, 2021. (Photo by Vincenzo PINTO / AFP) (Photo by VINCENZO PINTO/AFP via Getty Images)Philippines’ Hidilyn Diaz competes in the women’s 55kg weightlifting competition during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at the Tokyo International Forum in Tokyo on July 26, 2021. (Photo by Vincenzo PINTO / AFP) (Photo by VINCENZO PINTO/AFP via Getty Images)Philippine silver medallist at the Rio Olympics, Hidilyn Diaz shows her medal during a press conference as she arrives at the Manila International Airport in Manila on August 11, 2016.
Diaz is the country’s first Olympic winner in 20 years. / AFP PHOTO / NOEL CELIS (Photo credit should read NOEL CELIS/AFP via Getty Images)This picture taken on May 21, 2021 shows Olympic weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz of the Philippines writing notes during a training session in Jasin in the Malaysian city of Malacca. – Filipina weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz, who took silver at Rio 2016, has been stuck in Malaysia since February last year because of the coronavirus pandemic but has remained determined to realise her dream of becoming the first Olympic gold medal winner from the Philippines. – TO GO WITH Oly-2020-2021-weightlifting-Philippines, INTERVIEW (Photo by Mohd RASFAN / AFP) / TO GO WITH Oly-2020-2021-weightlifting-Philippines, INTERVIEW (Photo by MOHD RASFAN/AFP via Getty Images)TOPSHOT – This picture taken on May 21, 2021 shows Olympic weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz of the Philippines lifting weights during a training session in Jasin in the Malaysian city of Malacca. – Filipina weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz, who took silver at Rio 2016, has been stuck in Malaysia since February last year because of the coronavirus pandemic but has remained determined to realise her dream of becoming the first Olympic gold medal winner from the Philippines. – To go with ‘OLY-2020-2021-WEIGHTLIFTING-PHILIPPINES,INTERVIEW’ (Photo by Mohd RASFAN / AFP) / To go with ‘OLY-2020-2021-WEIGHTLIFTING-PHILIPPINES,INTERVIEW’ (Photo by MOHD RASFAN/AFP via Getty Images)
Ernest John Obeina of the Philippines (C), Zhang Wei of China (L), and Huang Bokai of China (R) attend the podium ceremony after winning first, second, and third places respectively in the men’s pole vault during 23rd Asian Athletics Championships at Khalifa International Stadium in the Qatari capital Doha on April 21, 2019. (Photo by Karim JAAFAR / AFP) (Photo credit should read KARIM JAAFAR/AFP via Getty Images)BERLIN, GERMANY – FEBRUARY 05: Ernest John Obiena of Philippines celebrates after victory in the Men’s Pole Vault during the ISTAD Indoor Berlin Meeting at Mercedes Benz Arena on February 05, 2021 in Berlin, Germany. Sporting stadiums around Germany remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in events occurring behind closed doors. (Photo by Maja Hitij/Getty Images)TOKYO, JAPAN – JULY 31: Ernest John Obiena of Team Philippines celebrates as he competes in the Men’s Pole Vault Qualification on day eight of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on July 31, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Maja Hitij/Getty Images)