For decades, one name has been synonymous with the 110m hurdles in the United Kingdom: Colin Jackson. A true legend of world athletics, Jackson left an indelible mark on the discipline throughout the 1990s, notably setting a world record in 1993 (12.91) that stood for over a decade. A double world champion and Olympic silver medallist, Jackson epitomised technical perfection and speed over the hurdles, dominating international competition for years. Now, after an extended wait, British athletics finally seems to have found two promising successors ready to carry on his legacy: Noah Hanson and Daniel Goriola. Read more Read More
At just 16 years old, Jake Odey Jordan is already regarded as one of the brightest prospects in world athletics. Hailing from Essex, this young British sprinter moved to the American East Coast at a very young age, where he currently resides. What makes his rise even more remarkable is the fact that he only started practising athletics two years ago. Yet, he has already reached levels that many young athletes take years to achieve. His raw talent, combined with a rapid learning ability, makes him one of the most exciting up-and-coming stars in world sprinting. Read more Read More
In the wake of the astonishing performance by young Australian Gout Gout—who clocked a 10.29-second 100m at just 14 years old—another rising star has made an even bigger statement in northeast London. Read more Read More
