- Australian sprinter Gout Gout began 2025 by setting a world-best time in the men's 200 meters.
- The teen with origins from South Sudan recorded a time of 20.05 in the preliminary rounds at the Queensland Athletics championships.
- The teenager, who turned 17 recently, has been making headlines since last year and has drawn comparisons to the legendary Usain Bolt.
An Australian teen named Gout Gout established a world-best time in the men's 200 meters during the recent Queensland Athletics championships.
Several times last year, this teenager gained widespread attention for their groundbreaking achievements in the 100 meters and 200 meters races.
Gout Gout leads the world with a 200m time
On March 16, Gout Gout delivered an impressive show at the Queensland Athletics Championships held in Brisbane.
The young athlete recorded an astounding 20.05 seconds for the 200 meters, making it currently the quickest time in 2024. This surpasses the previous mark of 20.13 seconds established by Makanakaishe Charambasi from Zimbabwe.
The athlete with origins from South Sudan seized the front position right away and expanded their advantage going into the turn. For the remainder of the competition, the other racers trailed behind trying to close the gap.
Zaine Leigh came in second with a time of 22.22 seconds, trailing behind the leader, whereas Will Hancock secured third place with a finish time of 22.65 seconds, as reported by World Athletics.
Gout Gout established a national record of 20.04 seconds in December during the event in Brisbane.
He recorded a time of 19.98 seconds in the finale; however, this result is invalid due to favorable winds at +3.6 meters per second from behind. In another race, he completed the Under-20 100m finals with a winning time of 10.38 seconds.
"I began with some instability, and to be frank, afterward, I wasn't particularly keen on continuing," Gout stated following his under-20 performance in the 200 meters, as reported by Australian Athletics.
It felt really great. As I exited the curve, I decided to push even harder. The wind seemed to be at my back, so I thought why not make use of it? Then I glanced at the clock, and once it dropped below 20 seconds, I couldn't have been more delighted.
Responses to Gout Gout's performance
@TedBanker1:
"We sure he's not Usain's son?! Spitting image in terms of running technique."
@jedzah:
LOL he doesn't have any rivals on that side, which is unfortunate.
@tealfooty:
There will be significant pressure and expectations placed on Gout Gout, and he’s still just a young player. However, his potential is immense.
@Knight_Ryders:
I don't believe there’s a more prominent rising star in Australian sports at present. Athletics has my admiration, however.
@ChrisWa16949549:
Incredible. Absolutely astonishing. The second-fastest U18 200m performance ever recorded. He surpassed Bolt’s top U18 mark at the same age. This athlete is extraordinary. Wishing him nothing but success.
@Karalta1:
"Just outstanding best sprinting performance you will see and to think he’s 16 . Hope they keep him in cotton wool potential to be world-class."
Gout Gout shatters Usain Bolt's record
Pawonation.co.ke Earlier reports indicated that Gout Gout shattered Usain Bolt's 200 meters record in December.
The teen shattered Usain Bolt's record with a time of 20.04 seconds when they were just 16 years old.
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