South Africa’s Akani Simbine (L) and Jamaica’s Kishane Thompson (R) react after running in men’s 100m during the Shanghai/Keqiao Diamond League athletics meeting in Keqiao, Shaoxing, in China’s eastern Zhejiang province, on May 3, 2025. (Photo by Pedro PARDO / AFP) (Photo by PEDRO PARDO/AFP via Getty Images)South Africa’s Akani Simbine (L) and Jamaica’s Kishane Thompson (R) compete in men’s 100m during the Shanghai/Keqiao Diamond League athletics meeting in Keqiao, Shaoxing, in China’s eastern Zhejiang province, on May 3, 2025. (Photo by Pedro PARDO / AFP) (Photo by PEDRO PARDO/AFP via Getty Images)
Grand Slam Track (GST) in Kingston, Miami, and Philadelphia was a success. Clearly Per Capita income and Lifestyles were not addressed before the events. Arrangements to give excess Bleacher seats to schools and charity organizations were not made. Arrangements will be needed at all future GST venues. It will be easier to sell concession stand items than fill seats.
The cancellation of GST LA is disturbing. Will the Los Angeles venue continue to be a problem? I hope the authorities resolve this matter before Olympics 2028. Recent Reports regarding GST is a Scam and sounds more like a political presentation.Michael Johnson and his Team is well advised to step back pay the Athletes owed then review the Financial Plan.
08 August 2024, France, Saint-Denis: Olympics, Paris 2024, athletics, Stade de France, 4 x 100 m, men, heats, Lucas Ansah-Peprah from Germany, Kishane Thompson from Jamaica and Pablo Mateo from France (l-r) in action. Photo: Sven Hoppe/dpa (Photo by Sven Hoppe/picture alliance via Getty Images)08 August 2024, France, Saint-Denis: Olympics, Paris 2024, athletics, Stade de France, 4 x 100 m, men, heats, Lucas Ansah-Peprah from Germany, Kishane Thompson from Jamaica and Pablo Mateo from France (l-r) in action. Photo: Sven Hoppe/dpa (Photo by Sven Hoppe/picture alliance via Getty Images)
Fans will support Kingston as a Location each year for GST but not as the lead month. In men sprinting for Jamaica. Kishane Thompson, Oblique Seville, Akeem Blake, Nishion Ebanks, Rohan Watson and Bryan Levell, should figure prominent in competitions to develop a “Big 3” in men sprinting. At this juncture, Kishane Thompson, Oblique Seville, and Akeem Blake are odds on favorite to get the Top Three (3) spots and produce a 1,2,3 result at World Athletics Championships (WAC) in September. Athletes are reminded to check Qualifying standards.
PARIS, FRANCE – AUGUST 08: Kishane Thompson of Team Jamaica react following the Men’s 4 x 100m Relay on day thirteen of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Stade de France on August 08, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)Gold medalist Noah Lyles C of United States, silver medalist Kishane Thompson L of Jamaica and bronze medalist Fred Kerley of the United States react during the victory ceremony of the men’s 100m of Athletics at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France, Aug. 5, 2024. (Photo by Li Ying/Xinhua via Getty Images)
Oblique Seville still has to check in at the Inquiry Lounge. It appears that Oblique Seville is still working on his approach to winning the 100m, absent his staring and finger pointing.
Grand Slam Track (GST) will enhance the sport. Recent Reports regarding GST is a Scam and designed to discourage and attempt to ruin confidence. Some Athletes will experience Increase in Income. Track and Field is the oldest Sport and is not going anywhere anytime soon. Every Sport has a Track or Field component.
USA’s Kenneth Bednarek (L) of team Nike celebrates is congrtulated by Jamaica’s Oblique Seville after winning the men’s men 100m short sprint during the Grand Slam Track competition at the National Stadium in Kingston, Jamaica on April 4, 2025. (Photo by Ricardo Makyn / AFP) (Photo by RICARDO MAKYN/AFP via Getty Images)USA’s Kenneth Bednarek (C) of team Nike crosses the finish line in first place ahead of Jamaica’s Oblique Seville (L), USA’s Fred Kerley (2nd L) and Britain’s Zharnel Hughes (R) in the men’s men 100m short sprint during the Grand Slam Track competition at the National Stadium in Kingston, Jamaica on April 4, 2025. (Photo by Ricardo Makyn / AFP) (Photo by RICARDO MAKYN/AFP via Getty Images)
2027 could see the birth of Grand Slam Field (GSF) or something similar. There is room for creativity. Such an arena could result in showcasing the Javelin event. GSF would allow for a peeling back of the Layers on the Onion associated with this competitive event. Opening and studying Javelin at this level will produce another Star or Legend in the event.
Fans believe Kishane Thompson will run a time of 9.69 seconds for the 100m in 2025. Akeem Blake should produce a time of 9.80 seconds and Oblique Seville a time of 9.84 seconds. It does not appear that Kishane, Akeem, or Oblique are interested in competing in the 200m. That is unfortunate because traditionally sprinters also ran the 200m. As the season move forward we will determine if Nishion Ebanks can run the 200m well.
PARIS, FRANCE – AUGUST 4: Kishane Thompson of Jamaica and United States’ Noah Lyles watch the big screen for the results in a close Men’s 100m Final on day nine of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Stade de France on August 4, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Steve Christo – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)PARIS, FRANCE – AUGUST 4: Kishane Thompson of Jamaica and United States’ Noah Lyles watch the big screen for the results in a close Men’s 100m Final on day nine of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Stade de France on August 4, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Steve Christo – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)
Nishion Ebanks ran an impressive 60m at the Central Hurdles Meet in a Race that Kishane Thompson won in a magnificent time of 6.48 seconds. However, it is still too early to project Nishion Ebanks true abilities. Nishion has a good chance of making the 4X100m Relay Team or be a replacement should there be an injury. Many questions regarding comparisons between Kishane, Akeem, and Oblique will be answered this month. There is lots of talk about athletes not having time to participate in the 4X100m Relay. If that is True, who won the Four Medals and in which event – 2024.
Bryan Levell received the memo and is back in action for the 2025 Season. Regardless 60m and 100m are not events in which he is expected to do well. Fans will await his performances in the 200m. We believe that Bryan Levell might be able to run the 200m in about 19.72 seconds and the 100m in 9.94 seconds. Bryan Levell still needs to reconcile his mental approach to running the 200m event. When Bryan Levell is convinced that the 200m event is won in the first 100m he will be a much better competitor.
PARIS, FRANCE – AUGUST 6: Bryan Levell of Team Jamaica and Brendon Rodney of Team Canada competes during the Men’s 200m Repechage Round on day eleven of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Stade de France on August 6, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Kevin Voigt/GettyImages)Japan’s Koki Ueyama (L), Jamaica’s Bryan Levell and Canada’s Brendon Rodney compete in the men’s 200m repechage round of the athletics event at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at Stade de France in Saint-Denis, north of Paris, on August 6, 2024. (Photo by Jewel SAMAD / AFP) (Photo by JEWEL SAMAD/AFP via Getty Images)
This group of Athletes, Kishane Thompson, Oblique Seville, and Akeem Blake has potential to develop into a “Big 3 Men” sprinting force. They will start slowly in 2025 and blossom into a dominant force by WAC 2025. All three men will need to revert to basics and reconstruct all phases of their 100m performance. Perish the thought of slow start, late Transition, and winning from behind. That approach is the recipe for 4th Place and agony of defeat in the 100m. There is no Dinner at the end of that path. For WAC 2025 Athletes need to bring their A-Game. There has never been a better time for a resurgence of Jamaica Male sprinting dominance. Fans are pleading for this eventuality.
PARIS, FRANCE – AUGUST 08: Kishane Thompson of Team Jamaica react following the Men’s 4 x 100m Relay on day thirteen of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Stade de France on August 08, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)Gold medalist Noah Lyles C of United States, silver medalist Kishane Thompson L of Jamaica and bronze medalist Fred Kerley of the United States react during the victory ceremony of the men’s 100m of Athletics at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France, Aug. 5, 2024. (Photo by Li Ying/Xinhua via Getty Images)
Julien Alfred might be considering a Double of 200m and 400m, participation this Season. Unfortunately that might not be her best option. Julien, is quietly creating a Saint Lucia Track Team. As soon as a Relay team of Athletes is assembled Saint Lucia will be ready. Gabby Thomas ascended to the Women’s 200m throne but appears to have less option. Sydney McLaughlin – Levrone took her Crown as the 400mH Olympic champion. She could have issues with competition in the 400m Flat.
PARIS, FRANCE: AUGUST 06: Gabrielle Thomas of the United States wins the gold medal in the Women’s 200m Final, with Julien Alfred of Saint Lucia winning the silver medal and Favour Ofili of Nigeria finishing in sixth place during the Athletics Competition at the Stade de France during the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games on August 6th, 2024, in Paris, France. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)PARIS, FRANCE: AUGUST 06: Gabrielle Thomas of the United States wins the gold medal in the Women’s 200m Final, with Julien Alfred of Saint Lucia winning the silver medal and Favour Ofili of Nigeria finishing in sixth place during the Athletics Competition at the Stade de France during the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games on August 6th, 2024, in Paris, France. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)
“Big 3 Women” roster is still under re-construction. Tia Clayton is energized and roaring to go in 2025. Her sights are set on WAC 2025 and she will run a 10.7X for the 100m. Fans eagerly anticipateTia Clayton to challenge for a spot on the “Big 3” roster. Even if she fails to get a sold spot in 2025, we believe she will before Olympics 2028. WAC is preparing Dinner to be served in September. Mirror on the wall which Athlete will be the hungriest of them all.
PARIS, FRANCE: AUGUST 10: Gabby Thomas, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, Alexis Holmes and Shamier Little of the United States celebrate the team’s gold medal win in the Women’s 4 x 400m Relay Final during the Athletics Competition at the Stade de France during the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games on August 10th, 2024, in Paris, France. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)(L/R) Retired US Olympic and World Champion sprinter Michael Johnson poses alongside the four Slam Champs USA’s Kenneth Bednarek, USA’s Gabrielle Thomas, Ethiopia’s Diribe Welteji and Britain’s Matthew Hudson-Smith during the Grand Slam Track competition at the National Stadium in Kingston, Jamaica, on April 5, 2025. (Photo by Ricardo Makyn / AFP) (Photo by RICARDO MAKYN/AFP via Getty Images)
EUGENE, OREGON – SEPTEMBER 16: (From left to right) Imani Lansiquot of Great Britain & Northern Ireland, Natasha Morrison of Jamaica, Dina Asher-Smith of Great Britain & Northern Ireland, Shericka Jackson of Jamaica, Sha’Carri Richardson of the United States, Marie-Josée Ta Lou of Côte dIvoire, Elaine Thompson-Herah of Jamaica, and Twanisha Terry of the United States all compete in the Women’s 100m during the 2023 Prefontaine Classic and Wanda Diamond League Final at Hayward Field on September 16, 2023 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Ali Gradischer/Getty Images)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)
The triple double at Olympics 2024 is in jeopardy. Frankly, it was in trouble after the coaching debacle with Shanikie Osbourne. Regardless the Fat lady has not sung yet.
Time is not on the side of the sprint queen. With the Jamaican National trials about two weeks away, it is unlikely that the injury will be healed by then. There was looming procrastination in the off-season. Failure to succeed at the trials will have an impact on her ability to mount a credible defense of her Olympic titles. Such an eventuality will dampen the excitement of Olympics 2024. This will be tragic and fans of Elaine Thompson – Herah are bracing themselves for what could be the end of an era. Including Shelley Ann Fraser Pryce planned departure and Shericka Jackson not looking fit, we could be unexpectedly preparing for a changing of the Track and Field guards.
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)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)
Indications are that the 10.6x era will experience a setback. With the big 3 not performing well the women 100m final at Paris Olympics is unlikely to be faster than 10.70 seconds. That time will be consistent with procrastination in preparation and slow times. Could the increase in frequency of the World Championship be having a negative impact on the Olympics. Something to ponder. For Paris 2024, if the women 100m and 200m finals are slower than 10.65 seconds and 21.40 seconds respectively then fans will be disappointed. Too many World Championships could spoil the Olympics.
The environment is rich for Julien Alfred. She could be a surprising recipient of Athletic accolades. However, I cannot imagine her running sub 10.7 for the 100m and sub 22.0 for the 200m but that is why they run the races.
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND – MARCH 02: Gold medalist Julien Alfred of Team Saint Lucia poses for a photo after winning the Women’s 60 Metres Final on Day Two of the World Athletics Indoor Championships Glasgow 2024 at Emirates Arena on March 02, 2024 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)GLASGOW, SCOTLAND – MARCH 03: Gold medalist Julien Alfred of Team Saint Lucia poses for a photo during the medal ceremony for the the Women’s 60 Metres Final on Day Three of the World Athletics Indoor Championships Glasgow 2024 at Emirates Arena on March 03, 2024 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)
Fans are still uncertain of intentions, strategy, and ultimate objectives. However, the impression is that all Athletes are aware it is 2024. Hence it is an Olympic year in a Leap year. Time to get READY, SET, and GO. Athletes know the Drill. Pack your bags, get on your best mode of Transportation and make it to the Track or Field on time. By end of June, 2024, avid Track and Field fans will have an idea of which Athletes are ready for Paris 2024.
Survey indicates that the following Events will have BLUE RIBBON status in Paris: Women -100m, 100m Hurdles, 200m, 400m flat, and 400m hurdles. Men – 100m, 200m, 110m Hurdles, 400m Hurdles, and 400m flat. Beyond that all events will be typical Olympics competition.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 09: Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone of the United States crosses the finish line to win the women’s 400m during the 2024 USATF NYC Grand Prix at Icahn Stadium on June 09, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)EUGENE, OREGON – JULY 20: Sydney McLaughlin of Team United States competes in the Women’s 400m Hurdles heats on day six of the World Athletics Championships Oregon22 at Hayward Field on July 20, 2022 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Stars and Competitors need to be cognizant of time, distance, and height associated with eligibility to participate in each event at the Olympics. Here are the Qualifying Standards by Event. Paris Olympics 2024 is almost ready to welcome all. Whether you are a Track and Field fanatic or not; Flights, Hotel, Events Tickets, Seats, and plans for post event activities are completed. All Athletes planning to participate at the Paris Olympics July 26 to August 11, 2024, are aware that Fans consider them capable to step on the podium. Athletes are working extremely hard and by end of June 2024 some will declare that competing is not the operative, winning in Paris is. If you are not near your best Time, Distance, or Height in June, you will be challenged in the Paris Olympics.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 24: (l-R) Jasmine Camacho-Quinn of Puerto Rico, Danielle Williams of Jamaica and Kendra Harrison of the United States pose for photos following the women’s 100m hurdles 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)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 24: Jasmine Camacho-Quinn of Puerto Rico with Danielle Williams of Jamaica following the women’s 100m hurdles 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)
DALLAS, TEXAS – NOVEMBER 10: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Dallas Mavericks poses for a photo with sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson after the game against the LA Clippers during the NBA In-Season Tournament at American Airlines Center on November 10, 2023 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Richard Rodriguez/Getty Images)EUGENE, OREGON – MAY 25: Sha’Carri Richardson of Team USA wins the women’s 100 meter dash during the Wanda Diamond League Prefontaine Classic at Hayward Field on May 25, 2024 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Steph Chambers/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. You might have the experience of seeing just that but you might not.
Elaine Thompson Herah performances in 2024 has been disappointing. Having said that ETH is still odds-on favorite to win the 100m in Paris. Mistakes happen and the Star is expected to be ready by the Jamaican National Trials. Pundits and Naysayers should relent with the negativity.
Regardless of rumors about Achilles heel problem, Elaine Thompson Herah (ETH) should return to Track shape. The Queen of Women Sprinting is moving forward with her preparation for Paris 2024. Some of this forecast is dreaming but Elaine Thompson Herah will be fine. She will acknowledge 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 sub-par 2023 season will be forever known.
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND – AUGUST 05: Elaine Thompson-Herah of Team Jamaica competes during the Women’s 200m Semi-Finals on day eight of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games at Alexander Stadium on August 05, 2022 on the Birmingham, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND – AUGUST 07: Kemba Nelson, Natalliah Whyte, Remona Burchell and Elaine Thompson-Herah of Team Jamaica celebrate winning the bronze medal as they cross the finish line in the Women’s 4 x 100m Relay – Final on day ten of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games at Alexander Stadium on August 07, 2022 on the Birmingham, England. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)
Gabby Thomas has significant work to do. Shacari Richardson is unlikely to contend for the gold medal in the 200m. When ETH is ready in 2024 the excitement level will rise 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 these two Stars come around the bend at Paris 2024, remove or lose your hat.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 25: Shericka Jackson of Team Jamaica celebrates winning the Women’s 200m Final 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 21: Shericka Jackson of Team Jamaica looks after the Women’s 100m Semi-Final during day three of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 21, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)ISTANBUL, TURKEY – MARCH 04: Cyrena Samba-Mayela of France competes during the Women’s 60m Hurdles Round 1 Heat 2 during Day 2 of the European Athletics Indoor Championships at the Atakoy Arena on March 04, 2023 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images for European Athletics)Cyrena SAMBA-MAYELA of France competes in women’s final 60m hurdles during the French Elite Indoor Championship on February 17, 2024 in Miramas, France. (Photo by Emma Coustham/Icon Sport via Getty Images)
Women 400m Flat will be competitive. MariLeidy Paulino appears to be ahead of the competition. The question now is can she run faster than 47.60 seconds and can she deal with the pressure. Having said that, I do not believe Sydney McLaughlin has any interest in challenging MariLeidy Paulino. However, Nickisha Pryce is sending signals that she will be ready to perform. It will be interesting to witness performances and result. However, MariLeidy Paulino will be a Factor.
EUGENE, OREGON – JUNE 08: Nickisha Pryce of the Arkansas Razorbacks and 3 teammates placed first through fourth during the Division I Men’s and Women’s Outdoor Track and Field Championship held at Hayward Field on June 8, 2024 in Eugene, Oregon. Kaylyn Brown, Amber Anning and Rosey Effiong places 2nd, 3rd and 4th. (Photo by Isaac Wasserman/NCAA Photos via Getty Images)EUGENE, OREGON – JUNE 08: Nickisha Pryce of the Arkansas Razorbacks and 3 teammates placed first through fourth during the Division I Men’s and Women’s Outdoor Track and Field Championship held at Hayward Field on June 8, 2024 in Eugene, Oregon. Kaylyn Brown, Amber Anning and Rosey Effiong places 2nd, 3rd and 4th. (Photo by Isaac Wasserman/NCAA Photos via Getty Images)
Track & Field: 1976 Summer Olympics: Trinidad and Tobago Hasely Crawford in action, winning race vs Jamaica Donald Quarrie and Soviet Union Valery Borzov during Men’s 100M Final at Olympic Stadium. Montreal, Canada 7/17/1976–8/1/1976 CREDIT: James Drake (Photo by James Drake /Sports Illustrated via Getty Images) (Set Number: X20680 )British athlete Allan Wells running against Jamaica’s Donald Quarrie, Poland’s Krzysztof Zwolinski and Holland’s Westbroek during their 100 metres heat at the Moscow Olympics. Wells, born in Edinburgh, began competing in his mid-twenties and won the sprint relay and 200m gold medals at the Commonwealth Games in 1978 and in 1982 won the 100m and 200m event. The highlight of his career was winning the 100m gold medal at the Moscow Olympic Games in 1980. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)Jamaica’s Elaine Thompson celebrates holding the Jamaican flag after she won the Women’s 100m Final during the athletics event at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium in Rio de Janeiro on August 13, 2016. / AFP / Jeff PACHOUD (Photo credit should read JEFF PACHOUD/AFP via Getty Images)KITAKYUSHU, JAPAN – OCTOBER 24: Gold medalist Carlos Edriel Yulo of the Philippines poses with his national flag at a victory ceremony for the Men’s Vault Final during the Apparatus Finals on day seven of the 50th FIG Artistic Gymnastics Championships at Kitakyushu General Gymnasium on October 24, 2021 in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, Japan. (Photo by Toru Hanai/Getty Images)LOUISVILLE, KY – MAY 18: The American flag on the golf course during the third round of the PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club on Saturday, May 18, 2024 in Louisville, Kentucky. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/PGA of America via Getty Images)
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 20: Mujinga Kambundji of Team Switzerland and Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce of Team Jamaica compete in the Women’s 100m during day two of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 20, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images for World Athletics)ISTANBUL, TURKEY – MARCH 05: Mujinga Kambundji of Switzerland celebrates during 60m hurdles women final during Day 3 of the European Athletics Indoor Championships at the Atakoy Arena on March 05, 2023 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by Evren Kalinbacak/Getty Images)
There are signs of movement in the camps of the Big 3. There is Life. Curtains are opening. Chatter and interviews have ensued. We now have some indication of the plans of ETH, SJJ, and some murmur from SFP. Base on the combined performances seen, the Big 3 will need to pick up the pace of preparation. Do not disappoint the fans.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 20: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce of Team Jamaica applauds fans before competing in the Women’s 100m heat during day two of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 20, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by The Asahi Shimbun via Getty Images)EUGENE, OREGON – JULY 22: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce of Team Jamaica and President of World Athletics Sebastian Coe look on from the stands on day eight of the World Athletics Championships Oregon22 at Hayward Field on July 22, 2022 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images for World Athletics)
Fans are still uncertain of intentions, strategy, and ultimate objectives. However, the impression is that all Athletes are aware it is 2024. Hence it is an Olympic year in a Leap year. Time to get READY, SET, and GO. Athletes know the “Drill”. Pack your bags, get on your best mode of Transportation and make it to the Track or Field on time. By June 26, 2024 avid Track and Field fans will have an idea of which Athletes will be ready for Paris 2024. There is looming procrastination. The times are slow.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 21: Hansle Parchment of Jamaica, Sasha Zhoya of France competing in 110m Hurdles Men Final during Day 3 of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at the National Athletics Centre on August 21, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Andy Astfalck/BSR Agency/Getty Images)BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND – MAY 20: Gianmarco Tamberi of Italy, Gabrielle Thomas of USA and Hansle Parchment of Jamaica pictured during a press conference ahead of the Muller Birmingham Diamond League, part of the 2022 Diamond League series at Alexander Stadium on May 20, 2022 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Stephen Pond – British Athletics/British Athletics via Getty Images )
Survey indicates that the following Events will definitely have BLUE RIBBON status in Paris: Women -100m, 100m Hurdles, 200m, 400m flat, and 400m hurdles. Men – 100m, 200m, 110m Hurdles, 400m Hurdles, and 400m flat. Beyond that all events will be typical Olympics competition.
LAUSANNE, SWITZERLAND – AUGUST 26: Rasheed Broadbell of Jamaica celebrate after winning in Men’s 110m Hurdles during the Athletissima Lausanne Diamond League athletics meeting at Stade Olympique Pontaise on August 26, 2022 in Lausanne, Switzerland. (Photo by Marco M. Mantovani/Getty Images)EUGENE, OREGON – JULY 17: Milan Trajkovic of Team Cyprus and Rasheed Broadbell of Team Jamaica compete in the Men’s 110m Hurdle Semi-Final on day three of the World Athletics Championships Oregon22 at Hayward Field on July 17, 2022 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images for World Athletics)
Stars and Competitors need to be cognizant of time, distance, and height associated with eligibility to participate in each event at the Olympics. Here are the Qualifying Standards by Event. Paris Olympics 2024 is almost ready to welcome all. Whether you are a Track and Field fanatic or not; Flights, Hotel, Events Tickets, Seats, and plans for post event activities are completed. All Athletes planning to participate at the Paris Olympics July 26 to August 11, 2024, are aware that Fans consider them capable to step on the podium. Athletes are working extremely hard and by June 2024 some will declare that competing is not the operative, winning in Paris is. If you are not near your best Time, Distance, or Height in June, you will be challenged in the Paris Olympics.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MAY 18: Gabby Thomas, Jenna Prandini, and Brittany Brown of the United States compete in the women’s 200 meter dash during the 2024 USATF Los Angeles Grand Prix at UCLA’s Drake Stadium on May 18, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Katharine Lotze/Getty Images)NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 23: Olympic Sprinter Gabby Thomas speaks during a conversation with Alexis Ohanian, Principal Owner, Angel City Football Club & Los Angeles Golf Club, during the Business of Women Sport Summit presented by Deep Blue Sports and Axios at Chelsea Factory on April 23, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
DALLAS, TEXAS – NOVEMBER 10: American sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson visits with Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban after the game against the LA Clippers in the NBA In-Season Tournament at American Airlines Center on November 10, 2023 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Richard Rodriguez/Getty Images)EUGENE, OREGON – MAY 25: Sha’Carri Richardson of Team USA wins the women’s 100 meter dash during the Wanda Diamond League Prefontaine Classic at Hayward Field on May 25, 2024 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Steph Chambers/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. You might have the experience of seeing just that.
Elaine Thompson Herah performance at Prefontaine classic 2024 was disappointing. Having said that ETH is still odds on favorite to win the 100m in Paris. Fans are wondering what happened after the start of this race. Did Elaine take a snooze after the gun sounded the alarm? It appears she did. Why would you fly from Jamaica to Oregon and not run. Did the preparation report highlight the incorrect date? Perhaps, she will be ready by June 6, 2024 for the Grenada Invitational. Mistakes happen and the Star is expected to be ready next time. Pundits and Naysayers should back off with the negativity. None of the Pundits and Naysayers can run 50 meters in 11.30 seconds.
Elaine Thompson-Herah of Jamaica before winning the 200m final during the athletics at Alexander Stadium in Perry Barr at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games on Saturday 6th August 2022. (Photo by Pat Scaasi/MI News/NurPhoto via Getty Images)BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND – AUGUST 04: Gold medalist Elaine Thompson-Herah of Team Jamaica poses 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)
Regardless of rumors about Achilles heel problem, Elaine Thompson Herah (ETH) should return to Track shape. The Queen of Women Sprinting is moving forward with her preparation for Paris 2024. Elaine Thompson Herah will be fine. She will acknowledge 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 sub-par 2023 season will be forever known.
EUGENE, OREGON – JULY 18: Bronze medalist Elaine Thompson-Herah of Team Jamaica poses during the medal ceremony for the Women’s 100m Final on day four of the World Athletics Championships Oregon22 at Hayward Field on July 18, 2022 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)UNSPECIFIED – UNSPECIFIED DATE: In this handout screengrab released on April 24, Athlete Elaine Thompson-Herah excepts the award for Laureus World Sportswoman of the Year during the Laureus World Sports Awards 2022 Virtual Award Ceremony. (Photo by Handout/Laureus 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 is ready in 2024 the excitement level will rise 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 these 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)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 25: Shericka Jackson of Team Jamaica celebrates winning the Women’s 200m Final next to her championship record during day seven of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 25, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Mattia Ozbot/Getty Images)
Women 100m Hurdles will be the Blue Ribbon event at Paris 2024. The competition will be fierce. The field will be 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 will have the best chance of winning the event.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MAY 18: Jasmine Camacho-Quinn of Puerto Rico, Tonea Marshall of the United States, and Cyrena Samba-Mayela of France compete in the women’s 100 meter hurdles during the 2024 USATF Los Angeles Grand Prix at UCLA’s Drake Stadium on May 18, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Katharine Lotze/Getty Images)BELLINZONA, SWITZERLAND – SEPTEMBER 04: Jasmine Camacho-Quinn of Puerto Rico celebrates in the women’s 100m hurdles during the Gala dei Castelli at the Comunale Stadium on September 04, 2023 in Bellinzona, Switzerland. (Photo by Pier Marco Tacca/Getty Images)
SANTIAGO, CHILE – NOVEMBER 01: Marileidy Paulino of Team Dominican Republic competes in Women’s 200m semifinal heat 2at Estadio Nacional de Chile on November 01, 2023 in Santiago, Chile. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)SANTIAGO, CHILE – NOVEMBER 02: Marileidy Paulino of Team Dominican Republic reacts after winning gold medal in Women’s 200m at Estadio Nacional de Chile on Day 13 of Santiago 2023 Pan Am Games on November 02, 2023 in Santiago, Chile. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
MUNICH, GERMANY – AUGUST 17: (L-R) Silver Medalist, Mujinga Kambundji, Gold Medalist, Gina Lueckenkemper of Germany and Bronze Medalist, Daryll Neita of Great Britain celebrate during the Women’s 100m Medal Ceremony on day 7 of the European Championships Munich 2022 at Central Roof on August 17, 2022 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Matthias Hangst/Getty Images)EUGENE, OREGON – JULY 19: Mujinga Kambundji of Team Switzerland, Shericka Jackson of Team Jamaica, and Jenna Prandini of Team United States compete in the Women’s 200m Semi-Final heats on day five of the World Athletics Championships Oregon22 at Hayward Field on July 19, 2022 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images for World Athletics)
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 Hannah Peters/Getty Images)BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND – AUGUST 03: Julien Alfred of Team Saint Lucia celebrates after winning the silver medal in the Women’s 100m Final on day six of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games at Alexander Stadium on August 03, 2022 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
Stars and Competitors need to be cognizant of time, distance, and height associated with eligibility to participate in each event at the Olympics. No Athlete capable of running the women’s 100m in 10.47seconds should compete with someone who can barely run the distance in 12.47 seconds. Get real will you? Here are the Qualifying Standards by Event.
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 – 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)
Paris Olympics 2024 is almost ready to welcome all. Whether you are a Track and Field fanatic or not; Flights, Hotel, Events Tickets, Seats, and plans for post event activities are completed. All Athletes planning to participate at the Paris Olympics July 26 to August 11, 2024, are aware that Fans consider them capable to step on the podium. Athletes are working extremely hard and by June 2024 some will declare that competing is not the operative, winning in Paris is. If you are not near your best Time, Distance, or Height in June, you will be challenged in the Paris Olympics.
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 Stephen Pond/Getty Images for World Athletics)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 25: Gold medalist Antonio Watson of Team Jamaica celebrates on the podium during the medals 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 Christian Petersen/Getty Images for World Athletics)
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 24: Silver medalist Jasmine Camacho-Quinn of Team Puerto Rico celebrates after the Women’s 100m Hurdles 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)DOHA, QATAR – MAY 5: Jasmine Camacho-Quinn of Puerto Rico celebrates the first place in 100m Hurdles Women race during the Athletics Diamond League at Khalifa International Stadium on May 5, 2023 in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Nikola Krstic/MB Media/Getty Images)
The camps are quiet. Not much news about the Big Three. The big 3 as in Elaine Thompson – Herah, Shericka Jackson, and Shelly Ann Fraser Pryce. Feels like people are in recovery except no significant races have been run. There has been competition but none with any notable fan fare. To date here are the Athletes that made the cut.
TOKYO, JAPAN – JULY 30: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce of Team Jamaica competes during round one of the Women’s 100m heats 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)BERLIN, GERMANY – FEBRUARY 17: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce presents the Laureus Academy Exceptional Achievement Award during the 2020 Laureus World Sports Awards at Verti Music Hall on February 17, 2020 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Andreas Rentz/Getty Images for Laureus)
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. Let your imagination run wild. You might have the experience.
Gold medallist Jamaica’s Elaine Thompson-Herah celebrates during the medal ceremony for the women’s 200m event during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium in Tokyo on August 4, 2021. (Photo by Ina FASSBENDER / AFP) (Photo by INA FASSBENDER/AFP via Getty Images)EUGENE, UNITED STATES – JULY 19: Elaine Thompson-Herah of Jamaica competing on Women’s 200 metres during the World Athletics Championships on July 19, 2022 in Eugene, United States (Photo by Andy Astfalck/BSR Agency/Getty Images)
Some athletes had an off year in 2023 but with fortitude, they bounced back and salvaged their season. Fans are happy to see that Elaine Thompson Herah (ETH) through belief and resilience is presumed prepared for the 2024 season. She should 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.
DOHA, QATAR – MAY 05: Elaine Thompson of Jamaica celebrates after victory in the Women’s 200 metres during the Doha – IAAF Diamond League 2017 at the Qatar Sports Club on May 5, 2017 in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – AUGUST 31: Elaine Thompson of Jamaica poses with the Diamond League throphy during the press conference of the AG Insurance Memorial Van Damme at the Crown Plaza Hotel on August 31, 2017 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Jorge Luis Alvarez Pupo/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. Believe it or not.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 26: Gold medalist Shericka Jackson of Team Jamaica celebrates with their gold medal on the podium after 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 Christian Petersen/Getty Images for World Athletics)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 20: Shericka Jackson of Team Jamaica competes in the Women’s 100m Heats during day two of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 20, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
Regardless of rumors about Achilles problem, Elaine Thompson Herah (ETH) should return 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 acknowledge 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 sub-par 2023 season will be forever known.
An AFP photographer takes pictures of Jamaica’s Elaine Thompson after she won in the Women’s 100m Final during the athletics event at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium in Rio de Janeiro on August 13, 2016. / AFP / Toshifumi KITAMURA (Photo credit should read TOSHIFUMI KITAMURA/AFP via Getty Images)PORTLAND, OR – MARCH 19: Bronze medallist Elaine Thompson of Jamaica poses after the Women’s 60 Metres Final during day three of the IAAF World Indoor Championships at Oregon Convention Center on March 19, 2016 in Portland, Oregon. (Photo by Ian Walton/Getty Images for IAAF)
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. Hold on to your hat if you need it for Church Services. When those Stars come around the bend at Paris 2024, remove or lose your hat.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 21: Shericka Jackson of Team Jamaica looks after the Women’s 100m Semi-Final during day three of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 21, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 22: Silver medalist Shericka Jackson of Team Jamaica poses for a photo on the podium 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)
Women 100m Hurdles will be the Blue Ribbon event at Paris 2024. The competition will be fierce. The field will be 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 will have the best chance of winning the event.
GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA – APRIL 14: (L-R) Silver medalist Danielle Williams of Jamaica celebrates during the medal ceremony for the Womens 100 metres hurdles during athletics on day 10 of the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games at Carrara Stadium on April 14, 2018 on the Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)KARLSRUHE, GERMANY – JANUARY 28: Danielle Williams of Jamaica poses with the trophy after winning the Women’s 60m Hurdles heat during the Indoor Track and Field Meeting Karlsruhe at Messe Karlsruhe on January 28, 2022 in Karlsruhe, Germany. (Photo by Sebastian Widmann/Getty Images)
SANTIAGO, CHILE – NOVEMBER 02: Marileidy Paulino of Team Dominican Republic reacts after winning gold medal in Women’s 200m at Estadio Nacional de Chile on Day 13 of Santiago 2023 Pan Am Games on November 02, 2023 in Santiago, Chile. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)SANTIAGO, CHILE – OCTOBER 30: Marileidy Paulino of Team Dominican Republic crosses the finish line during 4 x 400m Relay Mixed at Estadio Nacional de Chile on Day 10 of Santiago 2023 Pan Am Games on October 30, 2023 in Santiago, Chile. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – AUGUST 18: Gabrielle Thomas of Team United States looks on during a press conference ahead of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 18, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images for World Athletics)EUGENE, OREGON – JULY 09: Gabby Thomas reacts after winning the Women’s 200m Final during the 2023 USATF Outdoor Championships at Hayward Field on July 09, 2023 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Christian Petersen/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)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)
SPECULATION: 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. Let your imagination run wild. You might have the experience.
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)Elaine THOMPSON-HERAH of Jamaica 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)
CONCLUSION: Some athletes had an off year but with fortitude, they bounced back and salvaged their 2023 season. 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. All is well that ends well on the Track and off.
US’ Sha’Carri Richardson celebrates after winning the women’s 100m final during the Diamond League athletics meeting at Stadion Letzigrund stadium in Zurich on August 31, 2023. (Photo by Fabrice COFFRINI / AFP) (Photo by FABRICE COFFRINI/AFP via Getty Images)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)
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. Believe it or not.
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)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)
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 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 below par 2023 season will be forever known.
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)
CARRYOVER: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. 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.
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 Steph Chambers/Getty Images)EUGENE, OREGON – JULY 09: Gabby Thomas celebrates winning Women’s 200m Final during the 2023 USATF Outdoor Championships at Hayward Field on July 09, 2023 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Christian Petersen/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)
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. Could Vincent Price have written a better script? Can Antonio Watson 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. 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)Gold medallist Jamaica’s Antonio Watson celebrates during the podium ceremony for the men’s 400m final during the World Athletics Championships at the National Athletics Centre in Budapest on August 25, 2023. (Photo by Antonin THUILLIER / AFP) (Photo by ANTONIN THUILLIER/AFP via 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. Roshawn 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 12.70 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)
Jamaica’s Lamara Distin competes in the women’s high jump final during the World Athletics Championships at the National Athletics Centre in Budapest on August 27, 2023. (Photo by Ben Stansall / AFP) (Photo by BEN STANSALL/AFP via Getty Images)Jamaica’s Lamara Distin competes in the women’s high jump final during the World Athletics Championships at the National Athletics Centre in Budapest on August 27, 2023. (Photo by Ben Stansall / AFP) (Photo by BEN STANSALL/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 will be 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.
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