The Jamaican women were out representing in the Women’s 400m Semi-Finals, at the Rio 2016 Olympics. Both Sherika Jackson and Stephanie Ann McPherson are through to the finals. Christine Day, did not make it through. She was seated in heat 3 with the likes of Allison Felix.

Sherika Jackson. ran a personal best of 49.83s and she was noticeably surprised by her performance. Her reaction was priceless as she crossed the line.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 14

EVENING SESSION
6:30 p.m.: Men’s High Jump qualify-ing rounds Groups A and B
6:35 p.m.: Women’s 400m semi-finals
6:55 p.m.: Women’s triple jump Final
7:00 p.m.: Men’s 100m semi-finals
8:00 p.m.: Men’s 400m Final
8:25 p.m.: Men’s 100m Final

*Jamaica Time

Sherika Jackson

Stephanie Ann McPherson

Christine Day

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About the writer:
Poetess Denise N. Fyffe is a published author of over 30 books, for more than six years and enjoys volunteering as a Counselor. She is a freelance writer for online publications such as Revealing the Christian Life, Jamaica Rose, Entertainment Trail, My Trending Stories among others.

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