by Mell P
Caribbean athletes delivered another stellar showing on the global stage, bringing home a remarkable haul of medals at the World Championships in Tokyo and reaffirming the region’s reputation as a powerhouse in track and field.
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Jamaica once again stood tall, finishing 10th on the overall medal table with 10 medals. Rising sprint star Oblique Seville claimed the coveted gold in the men’s 100 meters, cementing his place as the heir to Jamaica’s sprinting legacy.
The island’s silver medalists included Kishane Thompson (men’s 100m), Tina Clayton (women’s 100m), Orlando Bennett (men’s 110m hurdles), and Tajay Gayle (men’s long jump). The bronze medals went to Bryan Levell (men’s 200m), Shericka Jackson (women’s 200m), and Tyler Mason (men’s 110m hurdles), showcasing Jamaica’s depth across sprinting and field events.
Cuba also celebrated on the podium with Leyanis Perez Hernandez winning gold in the women’s triple jump. The nation added two bronzes through Lázaro Martínez in the men’s triple jump and Silinda Morales in the women’s discus throw, extending Cuba’s proud tradition in technical field events.
Veteran thrower Keshorn Walcott delivered yet another historic moment for Trinidad and Tobago, capturing gold in the men’s javelin throw. The twin-island republic also earned a silver courtesy of Jereem Richards in the men’s 400 meters, underscoring its strength in both field and track.
Other Caribbean standouts included Thea LaFond of Dominica, who soared to silver in the women’s triple jump, and Marileidy Paulino of the Dominican Republic, who powered to silver in the women’s 400 meters. From Saint Lucia, Olympic champion Julien Alfred bravely fought through injury to earn bronze in the women’s 100 meters, adding yet another accolade to her growing career.
In total, the Caribbean brought home 16 medals across multiple disciplines, proving once again that this small but mighty region continues to produce athletes who dominate the world stage. From sprints to throws, and hurdles to jumps, the Tokyo championships highlighted both emerging stars and established champions, signaling a bright future for Caribbean athletics.
