The inaugural Jamaica Athletics Invitational on May 11th, 2024, promises a thrilling rematch between Jamaican sprinter Ackeem Blake and American Christian Coleman in the 100 meters. Both are world-class athletes with a history of pushing each other to record-breaking performances. Blake, the reigning World Indoor 60m bronze medalist, boasts a winning record against Coleman, the current World Indoor 60m champion. Last year's USATF Los Angeles Grand Prix saw Blake secure a personal best of 9.89 seconds, leaving Coleman in third at 9.91 seconds. Their rivalry reignites on May 25th at the Prefontaine Classic, where they'll face off against Kenya's Ferdinand Omanyala, the African 100m record holder. Blake comes into the Jamaican Athletics Invitational in top form, recently claiming a podium finish in a Diamond League 100m event. Coleman, on the other hand, will be looking to establish his outdoor dominance after his impressive indoor season. This highly anticipated clash between two of the world's best is sure to be a major highlight of the inaugural Jamaican Athletics Invitational.
Blake, Coleman Set for Rematch at Jamaica Athletics Invitational
May 4, 2024 ·
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