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Thompson has burst onto the scene as one of the most prominent 100 meter racers over the last two months, but has revealed his plan to throw his hat onto the ring for the 200 meters soon.
Jamaica's emerging sprint sensation, Kishane Thompson, has unveiled ambitious plans to expand his sprinting repertoire by adding the 200m to his future competitive events.
This revelation comes on the heels of his silver-medal performance in the 100m final at the Paris 2024 Olympics, where he clocked the same time as the gold medalist, Noah Lyles, with only microseconds separating the two. Fred Kerley of the United States secured bronze with a time of 9.81 seconds.
Thompson entered the men’s 100m final as the season’s world leader, having clocked an impressive 9.77 seconds at the Jamaican Nationals in late June.
Despite his top form, the 23-year-old sprinter had limited international experience, largely due to injuries that had hampered his career in recent years. His Olympic appearance marked a significant milestone, as he had only made his Diamond League debut in July and had never competed in a World Championships.
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Reflecting on his Olympic experience, Thompson expressed his disappointment at missing out on gold by a mere 0.005 seconds. "I didn't trust myself enough and my speed to bring me through the line," Thompson admitted. Despite the narrow defeat, he maintains a positive outlook, saying, "I am disappointed… but I am also glad, I am grateful."
Thompson remains undeterred by the outcome, focusing instead on the future and his plans to conquer the 200m event. “I have not really gotten to run it yet, like, I was plagued with injuries so did not get a chance, but soon, you guys will be seeing me there,” he shared with Citius Mag.
The sprinter’s journey to Olympic success has been marked by resilience. Overcoming a series of injuries that had kept him sidelined, Thompson described his ability to peak at the right moment for the Olympics as a testament to his determination and the support of his team.
“This year and also in the previous year, I have looked back and seen I came back from the lowest of the low but I bounced back when it was not looking possible,” he reflected.
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17:20 - 08.08.2024
Kishane Thompson reveals why he has not bothered rewatching epic 100 final race he narrowly lost to Noah Lyles
Kishane Thompson has revealed why he has not found it necessary to rewatch his 100m final performance at the ongoing Paris 2024 Olympics alot, further revealing next targets following the tournament.
His resolve is further underscored by his refusal to dwell on past mistakes. "I wouldn't do anything over," Thompson stated firmly. "I don't look at it as 'doing it over.' I made a mistake. I have to take it and move on. There's no going back."
As he prepares to take on the 200m, Thompson’s positive outlook and unyielding belief in himself are sure to make him a formidable force in the sprinting world.
“I bounced back thanks to the support of my team and my coaches as well as believing in myself. All those things accumulated sets up a really positive outlook,” he emphasized.
The future looks bright for Jamaica’s new sprint king, as he sets his sights on new challenges and continues to build on his impressive legacy in the world of athletics.
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19:10 - 09.08.2024
'You can barely breathe' -Shannon Sharpe leaps to the defence of COVID-stricken Noah Lyles
Shannon Sharpe has jumped to Noah Lyles defence after it was confirmed he was suffering from COVID-19 before the 200m final.
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