Tina Clayton wins the U20 girls' 100m final in 11.22 at Carifta Games 2022
Tina Clayton wins the U20 girls' 100m final in 11.22 at Carifta Games 2022

Tina Clayton and Ackeem Blake claimed the top spots in the 60m finals at the Gibson McCook Relays, which took place on Saturday (25 Feb) at Kingston’s National Stadium.

Kingston’s National Stadium Witnesses Epic 60m Showdown as Clayton and Blake Triumph

In the two-heat time-final, Tina Clayton got off to a quick start and managed to hold off Shashalee Forbes with a time of 7.02 seconds, while Forbes finished just behind with 7.03 seconds. Kerrica Hill took third place with a time of 7.10 seconds.

Heat 1 saw Romona Burchell emerge victorious with a time of 7.04 seconds, followed closely by Tia Clayton with the same time, while Jodean Williams secured third place with a time of 7.16 seconds.

In the men’s 60m final, Ackeem Blake and Oblique Seville both clocked in at 6.42 seconds, but it was Blake who was declared the winner. Zharnel Hughes and Yohan Blake both finished with a time of 6.45 seconds, securing third and fourth place, respectively.

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Anthony Foster is a renowned Jamaican sports journalist, honored twice as the Jamaica sports journalist of the year (in 2004 and 2005). His journalistic achievements are globally recognized. Notably, he authored an award-winning article on Usain Bolt, the iconic 6-time Olympic champion, 11-time World champion, and record holder for the sprint double. This significant piece was published in the Jamaica Gleaner in 2004. Anthony's extensive coverage includes prestigious events such as the Olympic Games in Beijing 2008, London 2012, and Rio 2016. He has also provided coverage for seven (7) World Athletics Championships held between 2007 and 2022, alongside various other international sporting events. Noteworthy mentions comprise his coverage of the 2007 World Cup of cricket and his cherished experience reporting on the 2004 clash between his favorite football team, Argentina, and the USA.

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