What a weekend in Tokyo! 🇯🇵 American sprinters were on fire, nailing down gold medals in three relay finals on Sunday. Christian Coleman, Kenny Bednarek, Courtney Lindsey, and Noah Lyles lit up the track in the men's 4×100 relay with a blazing 37.29 seconds – a world-leading mark that left Canada and the Netherlands in their wake. 🙌
But just when Team USA seemed unstoppable, Botswana made history. In the men's 4×400 relay, Vernon Norwood, Jacory Patterson, Khaleb McRae, and Rai Benjamin delivered a season-best 2:57.83, only to finish 0.07 seconds shy of glory. The Botswana squad of Lee Bhekempilo Eppie, Letsile Tebogo, Bayapo Ndori, and Busang Collen Kebinatshipi stunned the field, claiming their nation's first-ever relay title on the world stage. 🌟
South Africa completed the podium with a solid bronze, capping off a day of nail-biting finishes and unforgettable moments. From lightning starts to photo-finishes, Tokyo reminded us why we love athletics: every split second counts, and underdogs can rewrite history. 🚀
Who will seize the spotlight next? Whether you're tracking global stars or rooting for new challengers, the excitement is far from over. 🎉
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Botswana prevent American relay sweep at World Athletics Championships
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