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Julien Alfred had a stellar 2024 season dominating global track events and earning jaw-dropping figures.
Olympic 100m gold medalist Julien Alfred is set to deposit millions into her St. Lucia bank accounts following an extraordinary 2024 season on the track, marked by a series of triumphs across the globe.
The 23-year-old sprinter capped off her year in grand style last weekend by winning the prestigious Diamond League trophy adding to her already glittering accomplishments.
Alfred has become a dominant force in women's sprinting steadily building her reputation as one of the best sprinters of her generation after twice beating Sha'Carri Richardson this year.
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13:00 - 16.09.2024
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Her achievements this year were nothing short of spectacular, not only earning her accolades but also financial rewards that are likely to provide a lasting impact on her career and life in her home country.
Throughout 2024, Alfred competed in several high-profile events, collecting substantial prize money along the way.
Her stellar performances began early in the year at the World Indoor Championships, where she clinched the gold medal in the 60 meters, earning her a handsome reward of $40,000 (approximately KSh 5.8 million).
Among her notable triumphs was the Eugene Diamond League, where Alfred sprinted to victory, earning an additional $6,000 (KSh 871,000).
At the Racers Grand Prix in Jamaica, her dominance remained evident as she added $1,600 (KSh 232,000) to her growing prize collection.
Her consistent form continued at the Gyulai István Memorial in Hungary, where she pocketed another $5,000 (KSh 726,000) for her efforts.
Alfred’s winning streak also took her to the glitzy setting of the Monaco Diamond League, where she won $10,000 (KSh 1.5 million) for her sensational performance.
A week later, at the London Diamond League, she repeated her success, adding another $6,000 (KSh 871,000) to her season earnings.
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10:00 - 16.09.2024
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Each race further solidified her status as one of the top sprinters of the year, with fans and analysts alike praising her technical prowess and composure under pressure.
The pinnacle of Alfred’s season came at the Paris Olympics, where she secured the coveted 100m gold medal, earning her a grand prize of $50,000 (KSh 7.3 million).
Alfred’s momentum did not wane after the Olympics, as she continued her winning ways at the Zurich Diamond League meet, earning another $6,000 (KSh 871,000), before heading to the grand finale of the Diamond League series in Brussels.
In Brussels, she clinched the overall Diamond League title, adding a final payout of $30,000 (KSh 4.4 million) to her season total.
In all, Julien Alfred’s remarkable season on the track saw her amass an impressive $154,600 (KSh 22.4 million) in prize money.
For the St. Lucian sprinter, these financial gains are likely to make a significant impact back home, with reports indicating that Alfred intends to channel a portion of her earnings into investments in St. Lucia.
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Her contributions to the local economy are expected to uplift the sporting infrastructure and inspire a new generation of athletes.
Julien Alfred’s success on the global stage has not only brought her personal glory but has also shone a spotlight on St. Lucia’s sporting talent.
Her accomplishments this season have undoubtedly cemented her status as one of the most celebrated athletes in track and field, and her journey is far from over.
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