Bahamian sprinter Steven Gardiner made a triumphant comeback last weekend and analysts believe he is a top contender for the 400m gold at the Paris Olympics.
Bahamian sensation Steven Gardiner has emerged as a formidable contender for the 400-meter crown at the upcoming Paris Olympics, marking a triumphant return to the track after a setback.
Recently, at the South Carolina Invitational at the University of South Carolina, Gardiner demonstrated why he is a favorite blazing through the men's 300 meters with a world-leading time of 31.78 seconds.
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This remarkable feat is not new territory for the 28-year-old, who holds the world record in this event with a time of 31.56 seconds, set in 2022 at the same meet.
With his latest performance, Gardiner now proudly boasts the two fastest times in the history of the event.
His closest competitor at the Invitational, Matthew Boling, finished a significant 0.78 seconds behind, underscoring Gardiner's dominance.
The track world last saw Gardiner at the 19th World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary, where a moment of concern overshadowed his brilliance.
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An image of him being wheeled off in a wheelchair after a semifinal injury left many questioning his future. The diagnosis was a grade one sprain of the tendon extending into his knee from the right posterior thigh, a worrying injury for any sprinter.
Yet, Gardiner's performance in South Carolina was a resounding answer to any doubts about his recovery and future prospects.
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Gardiner's ability to bounce back from injury and immediately return to world-leading form is a narrative that adds to his allure as the athlete to watch in the 400 meters.
His speed, technique, and now-proven mental fortitude make him a strong favorite for the gold medal.
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While Gardiner's achievements are the highlight, other Bahamian athletes also made significant strides
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Charlton, with a world-leading time of 7.75 seconds in the women's 60m hurdles, narrowly missed victory, finishing third.
Nairn, in the men's long jump, secured a commendable fourth place with a final attempt leap of 7.76m.
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