It was pure joy watching Omar McLeod accomplish what no other Jamaican has managed to do; he is the 100m hurdles Olympic champion, at the Rio 2016 Olympics. Mcleod dominated the event all year and was expected to perform very well. He did not disappoint and can now rest easy, for all his hard work. One could … Continue reading Rio 2016 Olympics: Jamaica’s Omar McLeod’s History Making Victory In Men’s 110m Hurdles Finals

One of the most anticipated final draws closer with the completion of the women's semi final completed, at the Rio 2016 Olympics. Simone Facey and Elaine Thompson represented Jamaica in the semi finals, however, only Thompson was successful in her event.  While Thompson looked comfortable in her race, Dafne Schippers dominated and is the favorite … Continue reading Rio 2016 Olympics: Elaine Thompson Through To Women’s 200m Finals

The Jamaican women performed well in the 400m hurdles semi finals, at the Rio 2016 Olympics. Janieve Russell, Leah Nugent and Ristananna Tracey all made it through to the finals. Russell silenced her critics and is showing a better form than she did yesterday. 1 Dalilah Muhammad United States 53.89s 2 Sara Petersen Denmark 54.55s 3 Zuzana … Continue reading Rio 2016 Olympics: Janieve Russell, Leah Nugent and Ristananna Tracey Through To The Women’s 400m Hurdles Finals

Jamaica will have to rely on Omar McLeod for an Olympic medal in the 110m hurdles semi finals, at the Rio 2016 Olympics. Deuce Carter  ran  out of lane 2 in heat 1, however, he did not make it through to the semi finals. Carter seemingly threw a minor tantrum and was visibly upset. His race … Continue reading Rio 2016 Olympics: Andrew Riley and Deuce Carter Drop Out In The Men’s 110m Hurdles Semi Finals

Jamaica had three men in the 110m Hurdles Semi Finals, at the Rio 2016 Olympics. Deuce Carter was the first to represent Jamaica in the evening session. He was in lane 2 of heat 1; but did not make it through to the semi finals. Carter's race had hurdle mishaps, by himself and the runner from … Continue reading Rio 2016 Olympics: Omar McLeod Through To The Men’s 110m Hurdles Finals

Tuesday morning was good for Jamaica, at the Rio 2016 Olympics. All three Jamaican did well and completed their races successfully; with times of 20.15s, 20.19s and 20.28s. Every one eagerly awaited the 'big man' Usain Bolt, who ran in heat 9 of the 200m heats. After securing the first 150 meters of the race, Bolt jogged 20.28s, the final … Continue reading Rio 2016 Olympics: Results Of The Men’s 200m Round 1

Jamaica was well represented this morning in Rio, as all three Jamaican well, completed their races successfully; with times of 20.15s, 20.19s and 20.28s. Yohan Blake started his 200m efforts this morning at the Rio 2016 Olympics. He cruised down at the line and was just nicked out of first place. He seemed comfortable, running … Continue reading Rio 2016 Olympics: Yohan Blake, Nickel Ashmeade and Usain Bolt Moves On To 200m Semi Finals

Every one eagerly awaited the 'big man' Usain Bolt, who ran in heat 9 of the 200m heats. After securing the first 150 meters of the race, Bolt jogged the final 50 meters, surveying his competition with ease. TUESDAY AUGUST 16 MORNING SESSION 9:05 a.m.: Women’s 100m Hurdles Round 1 9:50 a.m.: Men’s 200m Round … Continue reading Rio 2016 Olympics: Usain Bolt Jogs Through to Men’s 200m Semi Finals

 Nickel Ashmeade made his attempt in heat 6, and placed first in his event with 20.15s. He  was pushed by the Great Britain runner, but should perform well in semi finals tomorrow, at the Rio 2016 Olympics. TUESDAY AUGUST 16 MORNING SESSION 9:05 a.m.: Women’s 100m Hurdles Round 1 9:50 a.m.: Men’s 200m Round 1 AFTERNOON SESSION … Continue reading Rio 2016 Olympics: Nickel Ashmeade Through to Men’s 200m Semi Finals

Yohan Blake started his 200m efforts this morning at the Rio 2016 Olympics. He cruised down at the line and was just nicked out of first place. He seemed comfortable, running 20.13s, and should have no problems in the semi finals. TUESDAY AUGUST 16 MORNING SESSION 9:05 a.m.: Women’s 100m Hurdles Round 1 9:50 a.m.: … Continue reading Rio 2016 Olympics: Yohan Blake Through to Men’s 200m Semi Finals