Nickecoy Bramwell Shatters Usain Bolt’s 400m Record at Carifta Games

Jamaica’s young quarter-miler, Nickecoy Bramwell, made a strong start on the first day of the 51st Carifta Games by defending his Boys’ Under-17 400m title in a record time of 47.26 seconds, breaking Usain Bolt’s previous record. His teammate, Natassia Fletcher, also secured a gold medal in the Girls’ Under-17 400m event. Jamaica continued its success in the 1500m finals with Dallia Fairweather and Rickeisha Simms leading the way in their respective age categories. The country also dominated the 100m events, with Nyron Wade and Sabrina Dockery claiming gold medals.

In the Boys’ Under-20 400m event, Malachi Austin of Guyana took first place, followed by Jamaican athletes Macinho Rose and Joshiem Sylvester. Jamaica continued their dominance in the 1500m events with Shemar Green winning the Boys’ Under-17 title and Rickeisha Simms and Kemarrio Bygrave securing victories in the Girls’ Under-20 and Boys’ Under-20 categories, respectively. The team also swept the 100m events with Nyron Wade and Sabrina Dockery emerging victorious in their respective age groups.

Zavien Bernard of Hydel High clinched the first gold medal for Jamaica in the Girls’ Under-17 high jump, while Jamelia Young added another gold in the shot put event. Jamaica, with a history of success at the Carifta Games, is aiming for their 38th consecutive title at the regional meet. The Jamaican athletes showcased their talent and determination on the opening day of the competition, setting new records and securing multiple gold medals.

The Carifta Games in Grenada provided a platform for young athletes from various countries in the Caribbean to showcase their skills and compete at a high level. The event saw impressive performances from athletes like Nickecoy Bramwell, Natassia Fletcher, and Nyron Wade, who set new records and claimed gold medals for Jamaica. The Jamaican team’s success in multiple track and field events highlighted their strength and depth in sprinting and middle-distance running.

The competitive spirit and intense competition at the Carifta Games pushed athletes to strive for excellence and set personal bests. Jamaica’s strong showing in events like the 400m, 1500m, high jump, shot put, and 100m demonstrated their commitment to success and dedication to their sport. With talented athletes like Zavien Bernard, Jamelia Young, and the sprinters Nyron Wade and Sabrina Dockery leading the way, Jamaica looks poised to continue its winning streak and dominate the Carifta Games.

As the Carifta Games progressed, athletes from Jamaica and other countries in the Caribbean showcased their speed, strength, and determination on the track and in the field events. The competition was fierce, with athletes pushing themselves to the limit to secure victories and achieve their personal best performances. Jamaica’s impressive start at the games set the tone for a successful campaign, with athletes like Nickecoy Bramwell, Natassia Fletcher, and Zavien Bernard leading the charge towards more gold medals and records in the days to come.