Our dominance in track and field, a hallmark of recent Olympic Games, experienced a notable shift at the 2024 Paris Olympics. While we still secured a respectable medal tally, the distribution across disciplines and the overall performance marked a departure from the norm.

Our nation claimed a total of six medals, a comparatively modest haul compared to previous Olympics. However, the composition of these medals was surprising. Traditionally a powerhouse in sprinting, our medals in 2024 were spread across different disciplines, with a particular emphasis on field events.

A highlight for us was the unexpected and welcomed gold medal won by Rojé Stona in the men’s discus throw in an Olympic record. His victory marked a historic first for our country in the event and showcased the depth of talent emerging beyond the sprint events.

Field event performances include:

PositionAthleteEventMark
Medalists
1Rojé StonaDiscus Throw (M)70.00m OR
2Shaneika RickettsTriple Jump (W)14.87m
2Wayne PinnockLong Jump (M)8.36m
3Rajindra CampbellDiscus Throw (M)22.15m
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Finalists
4Jaydon HibbertTriple Jump (W)17.61m
7Ackelia SmithTriple Jump (W)14.42m
8Ackelia SmithLong Jump (W)6.66m
9Ralford MullingsDiscus Throw (M)65.61m
10Traves SmikleDiscus Throw (M)64.97m
10Romaine BeckfordHigh Jump (M)2.22m
12Carey McLeodLong Jump (M)7.82m
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Others
13Danniel Thomas-DoddShot Put (W)18.12m
14Lloydricia CameronShot Put (W)18.02m
17Chanice PorterLong Jump (W)6.48m
19Tajay GayleLong Jump (M)7.78m
20Kimberly WilliamsTriple Jump (W)13.77m
24Lamara DistinHigh Jump (W)1.88m
24Jordon ScottTriple Jump (M)16.36m
31Samantha HallDiscus Throw (W)54.94m

The sprint events, the traditional cornerstone of our athletics, faced challenges. While Kishane Thompson secured a silver medal in the 100m, the overall performance in these races fell short of our lofty expectations.

Track event performances included:

PositionAthleteEventMark
Medalists
2Kishane Thompson100m (M)9.79s
3Rasheed Broadbell110m (M)13.09s
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Finalists
5Jamaica4x400m (X)3:11.67s
5Jamaica4x100m (W)42.29s
5Rushell Clayton400mH (W)52.68s
6Shiann Salmon400mH (W)53.29s
7Tia Clayton100m (W)11.04s
7Orlando Bennett110mH (M)13.34s
8Oblique Seville100m (M)9.91s
8Hansle Parchment110mH (M)13.39s
-Ackera Nugent100mH (W)DNF
-Roshawn Clarke400mH (M)DNF
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Others
4-H2Jamaica4x100m (M)38.45s
4-SF2Nickisha Pryce400m (W)50.77s
4-SF3Jevaughn Powell400m (M)44.91s
4-SF2Janieve Russell400mH (W)54.65s
5-SF2Ackeem Blake100m (M)10.06s
5-SF2Niesha Burgher200m (W)22.64s
5-SF3Lanae-Tava Thomas200m (W)22.77s
6-SF1Danielle Williams100mH (W)12.88s
6-SF1Shashalee Forbes100m (W)11.20s
6-SF1Natoya Goule-Toppin800m (W)1:59.14s
7-SF2Janeek Brown100mH (W)12.92s
7-SF1Jaheel Hyde400mH (M)50.03s
7-SF2Malik James-King400mH (M)48.85s
7-SF3Stacey Ann Williams400m (W)50.79s
8-SF1Bryan Levell200m (M)20.93s
8-SF1Junelle Bromfield400m (W)51.93s
SF2Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce100m (W)DNS
2-H4-ReAndrew Hudson200m (M)20.53s
5-H2-ReAdelle Tracey800m (W)2:03.67s
5-H2-ReAdelle Tracey1500m (W)4:14.52s
5-H2-ReNavasky Anderson800m (M)1:46.01s
H4-ReSean Bailey400m (M)DNF
H1-ReDeandre Watkin400m (M)DNS
H3Shericka Jackson200m (W)DNS

While the 2024 Olympics did not yield the customary avalanche of gold medals for us, the event served as a valuable experience for our young athletes. The shift in medal distribution underscores the need for continued development across all disciplines. As we look ahead, there is optimism that the lessons learned in Paris will fuel future successes.