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Kerrica Hill defends 100m hurdles title at World U20 Championships in Lima
Kerrica Hill
Kaieteur Sports – Jamaica’s Kerrica Hill cemented her status as one of the brightest young talents in track and field by successfully defending her 100m hurdles title at the World U20 Championships in Lima, Peru, on Friday. Hill, who first claimed the title in Cali, Colombia, two years ago, delivered a dominant performance, winning in 12.99 seconds.
Hill’s victory was never in doubt as she took control of the race from the start, leading the field decisively. Her winning time of 12.99 seconds secured her second consecutive World U20 title and further established her as a rising star in the sport.
Mia Wild of Croatia claimed the silver medal, finishing in 13.15 seconds, while Australia’s Delta Amidzosvki took the bronze with a time of 13.24 seconds. Hill’s triumph adds to Jamaica’s growing medal tally at the World U20 Championships. Earlier in the week, Alana Reid secured gold in the 100m final, leading a Caribbean sweep of the medals. Reid’s victory was followed by Adaejah Hodge of the British Virgin Islands, who took silver, and Kishawna Niles of Barbados, who claimed the bronze.
With Hill’s win, Jamaica has now captured two gold medals at the championships, continuing the country’s tradition of excellence in sprinting and hurdling on the global stage. As the World U20 Championships continue, Jamaica’s young athletes are poised to add to their medal count, showcasing the depth of talent in the Caribbean region. (Sportsmax)
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