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Justin Gatlin Left Stunned After Julien Alfred Drops Massive Track and Field Update After Shericka Jackson Win

That’s what separates the good from the best. While it might look like an insignificant number, it’s also this miniscule split of a second that ultimately decided whether Julian Alfred’s name would be entered into the annals of history or not.

The day was April 5. High off of a debut Olympic gold win, the Saint Lucian athlete was up against one more challenge—competing in a rare 300m race against multi-Olympic medalist and the second-fastest woman in the 200m, Shericka Jackson. But the Castries, a small city with a 20,000 population, resident was ready for her challenge.

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Exactly, 36.05 seconds later, not only did Alfred beat the Jamaican, but also beat her own national record of 36.13. But as everyone was getting buzzed over the celebration, Julien dropped a message so big that even Justin Gatlin was stunned. So, what got Gatlin partying over this epic showdown?

Kicking off the festivities, Gatlin’s reaction on Ready Set Go was like fireworks on the Fourth of July. “Oh man, crazy crazy!” he cheered, practically jumping out of his seat for Alfred’s run.

“And on top of that, you didn’t see Julien coming. You know, like, of course we’ve known that in the last two years, she’s run 4x4s at Texas Relays, so we know that she’s capable of running a 300 competitively, but at the magnitude of dropping [that time]? Crazy work! That’s crazy.”

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Alfred’s 36.05, a personal best, edged Jackson by a mere 0.08 seconds, with Ivory Coast’s Jessika Gbai grabbing third in 36.24.

But Gatlin wasn’t done celebrating—he threw confetti for Jackson too: “And shout out to Sherekica too—you know she’s coming into form, especially having the season she had last year. To be able to kind of get back stronger and have Sherekica drop that 36.13… Like I said, it’s a long season, bro. She is coming back. That’s good form right there.”

Do you think Julien Alfred’s victory at the Miramar Invitational marks the beginning of her dominance over Shericka Jackson?

Yes, she’s the new queen of the track

No, Shericka will bounce back stronger

It’s too early to tell

I don’t care as long as the races are thrilling

Is Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone the greatest track and field athlete of her generation?

Absolutely, she’s unmatched

She’s great, but others are in the conversation

Too early to tell, let’s see her future performances

No, there are better athletes

What event should Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone focus on next to further cement her legacy?

Stick to the 400m hurdles

Try the 100m and 100m hurdles

Focus on the 200m and 400m flat

Explore a mix of events for versatility

Do you think Michael Johnson’s Grand Slam Track should return to Jamaica despite the poor turnout?

Yes, they should give it another shot

No, it’s not worth the risk

Only if they address the cultural and logistical issues

I’m indifferent as long as the races are exciting

What was the biggest factor in the disappointing turnout for the Grand Slam Track event in Jamaica?

Poor scheduling and timing

Lack of understanding of local culture

Socioeconomic barriers

Lack of effective marketing

Jackson, Jamaica’s four-time world champ, strutted her stuff, proving her 2024 injury blues are history. So, why is everyone raising a glass to this race? This Miramar magic is a track and field triumph! Alfred’s record-breaking 36.05 comes fresh off her Texas Relays 4x400m relay win, where she blazed a 49.8-second anchor split that had Austin buzzing. Gatlin’s ready to toast her grand plan: “You know, she’s getting her ready as a dominant double threat.”

But before people can start hoping to see her emerge as a dual-threat, there’s an interesting update the Saint Lucian Olympian would want you to know. After her Texas Relays shenanigans, the 23-year-old was quick to stop the rumor mill from churning. In an interview, she surprisingly proclaimed, “Well, this is my last 4 by 4,” before adding, “I am done with the 400s…”

Yet, Gaitlin acknowledged how Alfred can make her Relay experience work in other disciplines. “So you run those 4x4s, you come down to that 300, see where you’re at in pure speed and endurance, and you drop down to that 200.” That 200 becomes easy. Now you’re dropping these 21s all over the board, and you already know what that looks like. “If you have superior foot speed in the 200 and you already know how to have fast-twitch muscles and a race strategy for the 100, who’s going to stop you?”

With her 10.72 100m (Paris 2024) and 22.16 200m bests, Alfred is poised to rule both. And let’s not forget Jackson—her 36.13 is a victory lap after a tough 2024, where injuries sidelined her Olympic dreams. That 21.41 200m world-title form (2023) is sparkling again, setting up a season of showdowns.

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Well, the Miramar Invitational turned into a sprinting spectacle on April 5, 2025, but the post-race vibe took a fiery twist as some Shericka Jackson fans unleashed their frustration over Julien Alfred’s stunning 300m victory. Social media became a battleground, with Alfred’s national record-breaking run edging Jackson’s 36.13 by a razor-thin 0.08 seconds, drawing sharp criticism from Jackson’s loyalists.

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The Saint Lucian star’s triumph was no small feat, yet it sparked a wave of shade that had fans picking sides. So, what exactly did Jackson’s supporters say to stir the pot? Digging into the drama, one fan’s post cut deep: “Julien Alfred cannot beat Shericka, Elaine, or Shelly. She is not in their class.

” This jab dismissed Alfred’s Olympic 100m gold (10.72s, Paris 2024) and 200m silver (22.16s), framing her win as a one-off against Jamaica’s sprinting holy trinity—Jackson, Elaine Thompson-Herah, and Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce.

Another user doubled down, claiming, “Shericka is the real queen; Julien just got lucky,” suggesting Jackson’s five Olympic medals and 21.41 200m world-title form (2023) tower over Alfred’s rising star. Alfred’s camp, however, isn’t fazed—her Miramar masterclass, backed by a 49.8-second 4x400m split at Texas Relays, screams she’s building a legacy. So, will this fan feud fuel Alfred’s fire for the Tokyo World Championships?

April 13, 2025
Wisconsin Badgers: Ex Marquette Golden Eagles Coach Helped UW Land Exciting Guard Nick Boyd For 2025 Season – ‘He Wants To Be A Pro’

Former Marquette Golden Eagles assistant coach Fred Hill

Rutgers Scarlet Knights head coach Fred Hill against the Cincinnati Bearcats during the first round of the men’s Big East tournament at Madison Square Garden.

Greg Gard and Wisconsin Badgers basketball program have been acing it in the transfer portal but for Nick Boyd, they had a help from an unlikely personality.

Nick Boyd

Mar 17, 2025; Dayton, OH, USA; San Diego State Aztecs guard Nick Boyd (2) speaks with the media during the First Four Practice at UD Arena.

Boyd was among the hottest players in the transfer portal after he decided he will leave the San Diego State Aztecs. The Badgers were interested and they acted on it quick. They landed him in just a few days.

It’s not like it was a rushed decision. Boyd said he studied his decision with Washington Huskies among those he was contemplating about.

Wisconsin Badgers coach Greg Gard

Mar 14, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Wisconsin Badgers head coach Greg Gard in the first half against the UCLA Bruins at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

He also consulted some key figures in college basketball season. Among them is former Marquette Golden Eagles assistant coach Fred Hill.

How are the two connected? Boyd is the nephew of Hill who worked with Golden Eagles from 1986 to 1988. He spent 37 years as assistant coach or head coach.

Fred Hill’s view of Wisconsin Badgers helped Nick Boyd

Greg Gard spoke glowingly about Boyd and his probable fit with John Blackwell and Nolan Winter. He also praised him for his experience he carries.

Boyd knows about the program but his discussion with Hill were probably the nails in the coffin on this transfer. Boyd wants to both win and become an NBA player.

What did he say to his nephew about the Badgers? He thought the young player can get both under Gard.

Former Rutgers head coach Fred Hill

Feb 23, 2010; Newark, NJ, USA; Rutgers Scarlet Knights head coach Fred Hill during the second half against the Seton Hall Pirates at the Prudential Center. Seton Hall Pirates defeat Rutgers Scarlet Knights by a score of 76-70.

“The biggest concern was what Nick wanted to get accomplished in his last year of college basketball,” Hill said in an interview with Badger Blitz.

“He wants to be a pro, and I wouldn’t put it past him at all that he’ll get an opportunity to play in the NBA. The focus was going to a program where he could be the leader of a team he felt that could win championships. We know how hard that is, but that’s his goal, and he made a phenomenal decision for his final year.”

April 13, 2025
Lewis Hamilton ‘on the floor’ in ‘Mercedes uniform’ in damning Ferrari spell verdict

Lewis Hamilton on Lewis Hamilton: Didn’t it just sound like him last year?

Down on pace in qualifying in Bahrain, Karun Chandhok says it was like watching Lewis Hamilton “wear the Mercedes uniform” again in a repeat of last year’s qualifying woes.

Last season, his last year with Mercedes, Hamilton lost his qualifying head-to-head against George Russell. It was only his second qualifying defeat in his 18 years on the F1 grid.

What is going wrong for Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari?

The Briton said at the time: “Who knows? I’m definitely not fast anymore.”

It was a shocking admission from the driver who holds the record for the most pole positions ever in Formula 1, 104.

But swapping silver for red, many pundits believed the seven-time World Champion would be revitalised even if he was making the move at age 40.

A pole position in Sprint qualifying at the Chinese Grand Prix gave credence to that, Hamilton following that up with a lights-to-flag victory to earn Ferrari a maiden Sprint win.

However, in qualifying for the Grands Prix, he trails his team-mate Charles Leclerc 3-1 and finished a concerning six-tenths down on the Monegasque driver in Bahrain on Saturday.

But Hamilton blamed his Japanese GP deficit to his team-mate on an undisclosed part that wasn’t performing as it should, in Bahrain he admitted this one was on him.

He told media, including PlanetF1: “I’m just not doing a good enough job on my side so I’ve just got to keep improving. It’s definitely not a good feeling, for sure.”

Quizzed on what he could do to improve his pace, he replied: “I really don’t know. I don’t have a lot of answers for you guys, I just wasn’t quick today.”

Speaking to DAZN, he added: “Saturdays are the worst days for me. At the moment I don’t feel hopeful but I’ll try to figure out some way of getting a little further up. But at the moment just failing the team.

“The car has improved [with the upgrades], it’s just my driving.”

Hamilton’s despondent rang out loud for Chandhok, who says it sounds all too familiar.

“I heard his comments today and he sounded completely like he was on the floor,” the former F1 driver told Sky F1.

“If I closed my eyes, it was like watching him wear the Mercedes uniform last year.

“Didn’t it just sound like him last year? How many times last year did we hear him say, ‘I can’t qualify.’

“I just closed my eyes and thought, ‘Is he in a Mercedes race-suit again?’ It just felt like last year again. I don’t know what’s happened.”

Asked whether age given Hamilton is now 40 has played a part in the Briton’s one-lap pace, Chandhok replied: “With age, the thing that you lose is the ultimate speed in qualifying, but six-tenths to Leclerc, it was a lot.”

Hamilton is hoping to bounce back in Sunday’s 53-lap Bahrain Grand Prix, at least work his way into the top five.

Asked about his prospects, he replied: “Hopefully top five. I’ll try to see if I can get into the top five, we’ll see.’

April 13, 2025
Chelsea 2-2 Ipswich Town: Enzo Maresca’s side complete two-goal comeback in disappointing draw

Chelsea and Ipswich shared the points at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea and Ipswich shared the points at Stamford Bridge. / IMAGO / Sportimage

Chelsea had to settle for a point against Ipswich, after fighting back from two goals down to draw 2-2 at Stamford Bridge.

The Blues dominated the early stages of the match, creating several chances but found themselves behind after a quick counter-attack from Ipswich saw Julio Enciso poke home.

Enciso, on loan from Brighton, was involved as Ipswich took a shock two-goal lead with their first two shots on target. This time the Paraguay international picked out Ben Johnson, who headed the Tractor Boys two ahead.

With Chelsea’s Champions League hopes fading, the Blues knew that they needed a big second half to complete their first comeback since beating Spurs 4-3.

Noni Madueke and Marc Cucurella combined well as the winger’s cross is turned in by the Spaniard, with a deflection off an Ipswich defender on the way.

It was substitute Sancho who netted the equaliser, a fine curling strike into the top corner to give Chelsea a point.

Julio Enciso gave Ipswich Town the lead against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

Julio Enciso gave Ipswich Town the lead. / IMAGO / Sportimage

Chelsea came closest to netting an opener through Nicolas Jackson as the forward peeled away at the near post.

Enzo Fernandez pulled the ball back to him, but Jackson’s shot bounced back off the post.

Just moments later, Noni Madueke came close to breaking the deadlock after Pedro Neto stood up a brilliant cross to the far post, where Madueke met the ball with a right-footed shot which was deflected just wide.

Madueke turned creator for the next chance, picking out Levi Colwill, but the defender saw his header saved from Alex Palmer.

Despite the early dominance, it was the visitors who went ahead through Enciso. A counter-attack saw Ipswich hit the Blues wide, with Ben Johnson’s pull-back finding Enciso, who pokes home.

The visitors doubled their lead just 10 minutes later through Johnson as Enciso’s cross was headed in by the right-back, leaving Chelsea with a mountain to climb.

Enzo Maresca sent his side out early for the second half, with the players on the pitch waiting for Ipswich, as they knew they had a mountain to climb in the next 45 minutes.

Cucurella bundled the ball over the line to half the defecit.

Cucurella bundled the ball over the line to half the defecit. /

Cucurella led the charge for his side, and Chelsea halved the defecit within the first minute as Madueke’s cross found the Spaniard, who fired home.

George Hirst nearly grabbed a third for the visitors, as the forward was gifted a couple of chances at the start of the second half. His first saw the striker hit a right-footed shot off target from outside the box before he got onto a cross just moments later to head wide.

With Maresca opting to make several changes, it was one of the substitutes who netted an equaliser as Sancho picked the ball up from a corner kick and curled the ball into the top corner, a special strike.

Cole Palmer came closs to giving Chelsea all three points in added time, but his strike was denied by Ipswich goalkeeper Palmer.

The visiting goalkeeper was on hand once again late on to deny Enzo Fernandez from close range as the points were shared at Stamford Bridge.

April 13, 2025
Record-breaking teenager Gout smashes 20-second barrier in 200m win

The 17-year-old Australian of South Sudanese heritage bags the national 200m title two days after winning the 100m race.

Teenager Gout Gout has reinforced his growing reputation as one of the best young sprinters in the world by clocking a wind-assisted 19.84 seconds to win the Australian 200-metre title.

His blistering run on Sunday was the second fastest ever by an athlete below 20 years under all conditions, surpassing Usain Bolt’s 19.93 in 2004 and Justin Gatlin’s 19.86 in 2001.

It followed the 17-year-old storming to the 100m crown at the Australian Athletics Championships in Perth on Friday in 9.99 seconds.

That too was achieved with a tailwind slightly above the permitted limit, so it will not make the record books.

His rapid development is generating growing interest, with the lanky schoolboy described this year by World Athletics President Sebastian Coe as a rare talent.

“Feels really good, that’s what I’ve been chasing,” Gout said after smashing through the 20-second barrier.

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“Top speed is my gift. I used it, took off and I got sub 20, so I couldn’t be happier.”

Gout Gout has been breaking records since December, when he became the quickest 16-year-old to win the 200m sprint [Colin Murty/AFP]

Gout, who was born in Australia after his parents migrated from South Sudan, rose to prominence in December when he clocked the quickest 200m time ever by a 16-year-old of 20.04 seconds, bettering Bolt’s personal best at the same age.

He had to keep his nerve in the 200m race after two athletes false-started, including main challenger Lachlan Kennedy, before Gout exploded from the blocks and left the rest in his wake.

“I was a bit nervous,” he admitted. “But in my head, I’m just keeping my composure, keeping calm, because this stuff happens, you can’t really control it.

“So I just made sure I didn’t false start or be unsteady, and I took off.”

In December, Coe termed Gout a rare talent but said he would need “nurturing and protecting”.

The lanky athlete has inevitably drawn comparisons with eight-time Olympic gold medallist Bolt at the same age.

But Coe said the teenager must be handled carefully.

“He is clearly talented, but there is a bit of realism here as well,” the athletics chief said.

“He is an outstanding talent. But I think anybody that you speak to in the upper echelons of Australian coaching and certainly here at World Athletics will tell you that the biggest challenge in coaching is taking a really talented 17- to 18-year-old into the upper echelons of the senior teams.”

Coe added: “We have to be realistic about this … the vast majority of people who win world junior titles don’t go on to compete for their national team at senior level.

“This is a rare and precious talent that will need nurturing and protecting.”

Source: News Agencies

April 13, 2025
Mike Maignan: AC Milan goalkeeper out of hospital after collision

AC Milan captain Mike Maignan has been released from hospital following a clash of heads with team-mate Alex Jimenez during Friday’s 4-0 Serie A win at Udinese.

France goalkeeper Maignan appeared to be knocked unconscious in the 51st-minute incident but, after undergoing treatment on the pitch, was fully conscious when he was carried off on a stretcher.

Defender Jimenez was substituted in the 72nd minute.

Milan told BBC Sport that Maignan was monitored at hospital as a “precaution” but was discharged on Saturday morning.

Milan players showed immediate concern after the collision, but defender Matteo Gabbia said after the game: “Fortunately, Mike is fine. We all asked the doctor how he was, and he reassured us by telling us that he’s in the hospital for tests, but he’s doing OK. He’s a great captain.”

Milan manager Sergio Conceicao praised the home fans for the support they showed Maignan, cheering as he was carried off the pitch.

“It impressed me. The player on the ground, the chaos around him… I have to compliment the Udinese fans,” Conceicao told Sky Sports.

Maignan was a victim of racial abuse by home fans the last time Milan played at Udinese in January 2024.

He and his team-mates left the pitch for 10 minutes after reporting the abuse to the referee, and Serie A later ordered Udinese to play a match behind closed doors as punishment.

“The player is one thing, and the man is another,” Conceicao said. “They can boo the player, but not the man.

“That applause was an incredible gesture. In 40 years of football I have seen few gestures like that.”

Rafael Leao and Strahinja Pavlovic scored for Milan in the first half and Theo Hernandez and Tijjani Reijnders in the final 15 minutes of the game.

Milan host Atalanta in the league on 20 April and face rivals Inter Milan in the second leg of the Coppa Italia semi-final on 23 April, with the tie level at 1-1.

April 13, 2025
Commanders one step closer to selecting massive 2025 NFL Draft sleeper

The Washington Commanders made fortifying their trenches a big priority this offseason. Adam Peters saw how these critical areas became unstuck in the NFC Championship game against the Philadelphia Eagles. He’s working hard to ensure this doesn’t become an ongoing issue.

And there is one overlooked prospect drawing significant interest from the Commanders heading into the 2025 NFL Draft.

Peters doesn’t have much draft capital to utilize right now. The Commanders boast five picks after some frantic trade activity in recent months. That should help in the short term, but it makes the general manager’s task more difficult when the selection event arrives.

The Commanders would like more picks, so moving down in the first or second round is the best way to extract maximum value. Peters is adept at moving up or down the board to benefit the team. He’s also proven his worth as a shrewd negotiator during discussions to further raise optimism.

Commanders reportedly showing strong pre-draft interest in Adin Huntington

Washington’s local pro day provided another opportunity for the Commanders to examine the credentials of Adin Huntington. The Tulane standout revealed to Josh Taylor from USA Today that he met with a star-studded cast of coaches and front-office personnel privately once on-field activities concluded.

Among those who met with Huntington included Dan Quinn, Peters, Ryan Kerrigan, and Darryl Tapp. This is an intriguing revelation, something that puts the prospect firmly on Washington’s radar.

It was also the third time Huntington had met with Washington’s brass throughout the process. He spoke with them at the CGS All-Star Game and his local pro day. This is due diligence if nothing else, but three meetings state that the Commanders like what they see (and hear).

Huntington made a name for himself at Louisiana-Monroe before transferring to the Green Wave. He’s versatile and athletic enough to play anywhere along the defensive line in a variety of techniques. These traits are valued highly by Quinn and Joe Whitt Jr. within their schematic concepts.

The prospect’s testing numbers are exceptional. He’s not the biggest, so Huntington needs to brush up on his run-stopping technique before confidence in his chances increases. But his high work ethic makes him extremely coachable.

Just where Huntington will be taken is anyone’s guess. Most analysts have him tabbed as a late Day 3 selection. Others have him going undrafted. The Commanders have picks in the sixth or seventh round, so they could have the luxury to take him if other pressing priorities are filled beforehand.

Huntington fits the physical profile. His 9.6 Relative Athletic Score is a testament to the intangibles he brings to the table. If the Commanders can nurture his talent and bring him along gradually, this could be a possible sleeper when push comes to shove.

The Commanders made some decent additions to their defensive line this offseason. They also re-signed some on the fringes who flashed during their memorable run to the final four. However, Peters will not be settling by any stretch of the imagination.

Huntington is drawing interest from the Commanders. Whether it amounts to anything more hasn’t been determined, but this is a notable development worth monitoring at the very least.

April 13, 2025
Disqualified rival runs length of track to congratulate Gout Gout after historic run in heart-warming scenes

Gout Gout has made even more history but once again frustratingly missed out on an official sub-20 second run due to the wind.

The 17-year-old Australian has got the eyes of the world on his breathtaking sprinting and many had to rub them as he nail a 19.84 in the 2025 Australian Athletics Championships in Perth.

Gout roared with delight as he crossed the line in Perth

Gout roared with delight as he crossed the line in PerthCredit: Getty

However, a +2.2m/s tailwind means he still hasn’t officially broken the 20-second barrier, but in all conditions is the second fastest Under-20 in history.

And this comes just days after an astonishing 9.99 second 100 metre sprint was chalked off due to a +3.5m/s wind at his back.

When he received the news his blistering 200m time wouldn’t count for the record books he said: “It’s definitely frustrating.

“I run fast times but the wind is not on my side, but I guess it’s just getting those nice runs, and then hopefully one day the wind will be great.”

Thousands turned up to the Perth track to watch the scintillating teen sprinter who has tongues wagging in the world of athletics.

In a wholesome moment, Gout was also embraced by his on-track rival Lachie Kennedy who had just been disqualified from the race due to a false start.

The pair are locked in a battle with the latter beating his fellow Queenslander in Melbourne two weeks ago.

However, Gout revealed this time they were attempting to both go under 20 seconds together in Perth.

“It was very disappointing,” Gout said. “Our plan was to send it down the bend, and hopefully we can hold on for both sub-20 [seconds] but stuff like that happens and unfortunately he false started. It is what it is.”

Scenes of Kennedy running and leaping into the arms of a jubilant Gout played out in a heart-warming reminder that, despite battling on the track, they’re just friends who run fast.

Kennedy ran to Gout after he crossed the line

Kennedy ran to Gout after he crossed the lineCredit: X – 7Sport

And the pair embraced mid-air

And the pair embraced mid-airCredit: X – 7Sport

Kennedy, 21, has his own credentials with a 10.00 second PB in the 100m, while his best in the 200m is 20.26 – both times set in the last two weeks.

Naturally, Gout has seen his name linked to sprinting icon Usain Bolt.

Addressing the talk, Gout said: “I’m trying to be the next Gout Gout. Being compared to Usain Bolt, everyone wants to be the next star.

“Usain Bolt is the best sprinter and best athlete.

“To be compared to him is obviously great, but I’m Gout Gout and I want to make my name as big as his.

“I want people younger to be ‘your going to be the next Gout Gout’. I want to be like that.”

When asked about people already looking up to him, he added: “It crosses my mind sometimes. Just me being me and how people are quite literally looking up to me and trying to be me sometimes. It’s crazy to think about.

“I was once that kid trying to be the next Noah Lyles, trying to be Usain Bolt, trying to be the next icon.

“Being the next icon is surreal and it’s crazy.”

Gout clearly has a bright future ahead of him.

While the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028 is a target, a home Olympiad in 2032, in Brisbane, is bringing excitement.

He said: “That’s the end goal, for sure (to run at Brisbane 2032). Obviously LA, which is in 2028. I’m looking forward to that.

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“I’ll be aiming to head there and also the World Championships this year in Tokyo. I’m aiming to be there as well.”

The event in Japan will take place from September 13-21 with more than 2000 athletes from around 200 countries.

April 13, 2025
Kirby Smart Comments on Nico Iamaleava Transferring From Tennessee

Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart commented on Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava’s decision to enter the transfer portal.

Georgia football coach Kirby Smart speaks to reporters on Tuesday April 1, 2025

Georgia football coach Kirby Smart speaks to reporters on

Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart commented on Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava’s decision to enter the transfer portal.

The Tennessee Volunteers were mainstays in the headlines this weekend as starting quarterback Nico Iamaleava entered the transfer portal following “negotiations” with the Volunteers for NIL compensation.

The story is extremly unique ine college sports as it is one of the first times a player has publicly elected to transfer from a major team due to NIL negotiations. Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart commented on the situation following his team’s inter-squad scrimmage, “G-Day” and stated that he is unsure that the upcoming House vs NCAA settlement will prevent situations such as Iamaleava’s from occurring in the future.

“I don’t know if the outside [House vs. NCAA] is gonna have any effect on the flow of players. That’s not really what the house settlement is meant to do”. Said Smart. “It could increase it if more teams have money… I can’t foresee that, it’s been spiraling and it’s continuing to spiral. I don’t what reigns it in. I don’t know if there’s anything that anybody can do to reign it in.”

The Bulldogs and Volunteers will face off this season in Knoxville on September 13th. The Dawgs are currently on an eight-game win streak against the Volunteers.

April 13, 2025
Botswana Golden Grand Prix: Letsile Tebogo Blazes to Victory in First 200m of the Season on Home Soil

Botswana Golden Grand Prix: Letsile Tebogo Blazes to Victory in First 200m of the Season on

Letsile Tebogo kicked off his 200m season in dominant fashion, cruising to victory at the Botswana Golden Grand Prix as he builds momentum for a packed calendar.

Reigning Olympic champion Letsile Tebogo did not disappoint, thanks to his impressive performance that saw him claim the win in the men’s 200m at the Botswana Golden Grand Prix on Saturday, April 12.

The world 100m silver medallist was competing in his first 200m race of the season and without a doubt, he oozed class as he secured an easy victory.

Letsile Tebogo clocked 20.23 seconds to cross the finish line first ahead of South Africa’s Luxolo Adams who came in second in a time of 20.42 seconds. Kobe Vleminckx sealed the podium in a time of 20.45 seconds.

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Letsile Tebogo got out of the blocks steadily and controlled the race throughout to secure his second victory of the season.

The world 200m bronze medallist opened his season in February and has only been competing in the 400m races, noting that it would help with his execution of the 200m, especially the final 100m.

Letsile Tebogo finished second at the BAA Track And Field Series 2, clocking 48.94 seconds to cross the finish line despite feeling unwell.

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He proceeded to win the 400m at the ACNW League 6 before finishing second at both the ASA Athletics Grand Prix 1 and Maurie Plant Meet in Australia.

“We want to make sure we fix the last 100m in the 200m. This will be our last 400m of the season. Probably just going for another personal best time because that’s how I’ll be able to leave the 400m this season,” Letsile Tebogo said in a previous interview as reported by Pulse Sports Kenya.

What next for Letsile Tebogo?

Letsile Tebogo

Letsile Tebogo’s season is just getting started after competing in a series of 400m races to build his endurance. He has since been confirmed in a series of Diamond League Meetings including Xiamen, Suzhou, Doha and Rabat.

There, he will mainly focus on the 100m and 200m as he takes on familiar foes including Christian Coleman, Akani Simbine and Noah Lyles among others.

His main focus is on competing at the World Championships in Tokyo, Japan where he intends to go one place better in the 100m and 200m.

At the World Championships in Budapest, Hungary in 2023, Letsile Tebogo finished second in the 100m and third in the 200m.

April 12, 2025