Oblique Seville Wins Historic 100m Gold for Jamaica
Oblique Seville makes history with a stunning 100m win, securing Jamaica's first world title in the event since Usain Bolt's victory in 2015. Read more about the thrilling final.
“The United States have owned this event for a while, but Jamaica have taken it back...”
Oblique Seville's Historic Win
Oblique Seville made history by winning Jamaica's first men's world 100m title in 10 years, clocking a personal best time of 9.77 seconds at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Seville outpaced compatriot Kishane Thompson, who secured silver with a time of 9.82 seconds, while defending champion Noah Lyles took bronze with 9.89 seconds.
Oblique Seville made history by winning Jamaica's first men's 100m world title in 10 years, crossing the finish line with a personal best time of 9.77 seconds. This achievement marked the Caribbean island's first world sprint title since Usain Bolt's dominant performance at the 2015 World Championships in Beijing, where he secured the 100m and 200m double.
Seville's victory was a testament to his hard work and determination, as he outpaced Kishane Thompson, who took silver with a time of 9.82 seconds, and defending champion Noah Lyles, who claimed bronze with a time of 9.89 seconds. Notably, Usain Bolt, an 11-time world champion, had confidently predicted a Jamaican 1-2 finish, backing both Thompson and Seville to outperform Olympic champion Lyles.
Bolt's prediction proved accurate, and he erupted in celebration as Seville and Thompson crossed the line. The packed stadium joined in the jubilation, with Bob Marley's “Buffalo Soldier” echoing through the speakers as Seville tore open his sprint suit in triumph. This win not only cements Seville's place among the world's sprinting elite but also signals a new chapter in Jamaica's sprinting legacy.
Oblique Seville's astute performance earned him Jamaica's first men's world 100m title in 10 years, with a personal best time of 9.77 seconds. Seville outpaced Kishane Thompson, who secured silver with a time of 9.82 seconds, and defending champion Noah Lyles, who took bronze with 9.89 seconds. This achievement marked a significant milestone for Jamaican athletics, signaling a potential new era for the Caribbean island's sprinting legacy.
Legendary sprinter Usain Bolt, watching from the stands, had confidently predicted a Jamaican 1-2 finish and wasn't disappointed. As Seville and Thompson crossed the finish line, Bolt erupted in cheers, clearly thrilled by the duo's performance. The moment was made even more special with Bob Marley's “Buffalo Soldier” playing over the tannoy, sparking jubilant celebrations among the sizeable Jamaican fan contingent.
Oblique Seville is the 100m World Champion! 🇯🇲
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The #Paris2024 Olympian clocks 9:77, to take victory in a thrilling final. 💥#WorldAthleticsChamps pic.twitter.com/wAgLoP2Pil
Seville ripped open the top of his one-piece sprint suit in triumph, basking in the adoration of the crowd. This emotional celebration highlighted the significance of his win, not just for himself, but for Jamaican athletics as a whole. Seville's victory marked the first time a Jamaican man had won the 100m world title since Bolt's iconic win in 2015.
Meanwhile, Noah Lyles, known for his showmanship, received a rapturous welcome from the packed National Stadium. As his image appeared on the giant screens, Lyles dramatically thrust up his hands, acknowledging the crowd's enthusiasm. Despite not securing gold, Lyles' bronze medal performance showcased his enduring talent.
The final featured a star-studded lineup, with Noah Lyles in lane four, adjacent to Nigeria's Kayinsola Ajayi. Oblique Seville drew lane seven, while Kishane Thompson was in lane five. Other notable competitors included American Kenny Bednarek in lane six and Botswana's Letsile Tebogo in lane eight. South Africans Akani Simbine and Gift Leotlela, who qualified as the next two fastest from the semi-finals, were drawn in lanes one and nine, respectively.
Unlike his energetic display in the heats, Noah Lyles' introduction in the final was more subdued, with no repeat of his iconic “kamehameha” energy ball gesture inspired by the anime “Dragon Ball.” Instead, he thrust his hands up in acknowledgment of the crowd's enthusiasm as his image appeared on the giant screens. Lyles' performance in the final earned him a bronze medal, with a time of 9.89 seconds.
In contrast to Lyles' showmanship, Oblique Seville exuded calm confidence, which served him well as he went on to claim the gold medal with a personal best time of 9.77 seconds. Seville's victory marked a significant milestone for Jamaican athletics, ending a decade-long wait for a world 100m title.
Botswana's Letsile Tebogo's race ended abruptly due to a blatant false start, resulting in a straight red card. The officials had no hesitation in making the decision, and Tebogo acknowledged the crowd with a gracious round of applause as he exited the track. The crowd's reaction was muted, reflecting the disappointment of Tebogo's early exit.
After Tebogo's departure, the seven remaining sprinters were recalled and repositioned in the blocks. The atmosphere was electric as the crowd buzzed with anticipation, but the starter successfully quieted them down, ensuring the athletes could focus on the restart. The tension was palpable as the sprinters prepared to face off in the highly anticipated 100m final.
Noah Lyles, not known for his explosive starts, struggled to keep pace with Kishane Thompson and Oblique Seville off the blocks. As the two Jamaicans sprinted away, Lyles trailed behind, his legendary top-end speed not enough to overcome the deficit he had built up early in the race. Despite his impressive acceleration in the final stretch, Lyles was unable to catch the Jamaican duo.
Kishane Thompson's powerful start propelled him into an early lead, with his large frame generating significant speed out of the blocks. Thompson's explosive acceleration allowed him to take the lead, but he was eventually overtaken by Seville in the final meters of the race. Seville's victory marked a significant moment for Jamaican athletics, with Thompson's impressive performance adding to the excitement.
The electric atmosphere was filled with joy as Usain Bolt erupted in celebration, waving flags and whistles filled the air, and the partisan crowd's cheers dominated the stadium. This moment marked a potential new era for Jamaican sprinting, with Oblique Seville and Kishane Thompson leading the charge. Their impressive performance sparked hopes of a new dynasty, capable of competing with the elite sprinters from the United States.
A New Era for Jamaican Sprinting
Seville's victory marked a significant moment for Jamaican athletics, ending a decade-long wait for a world 100m title since Usain Bolt's iconic win in 2015. The Jamaican duo's 1-2 finish sparked celebrations, with Bolt, an 11-time world champion, cheering enthusiastically from the stands. As Seville crossed the finish line, Bob Marley's “Buffalo Soldier” played over the tannoy, and the Jamaican fan contingent erupted in cheers, with Seville ripping open his sprint suit in jubilation.
Seville's Breakthrough Performance
Seville's win was a testament to his hard work and determination. He had been struggling with his finish earlier in the season but perfected it for the championships. Seville said, “I've proved that I'm a true competitor, that I have the determination of a champion.” His victory signals a potential new era for Jamaican sprinting, with Seville and Thompson leading the charge.
Reaction from the Athletics Community
Steve Cram, a renowned athletics commentator, praised Seville's performance, saying, “Oblique Seville has finally come of age, finally he has proven his talent and finally he has found a way to win.” Olympic long jump champion Greg Rutherford added, “The United States have owned this event for a while, but Jamaica have taken it back.” Seville's win has sparked hopes of a golden period for Jamaican athletics.
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