Gabby Thomas, Danielle Williams Crowned Grand Slam Champions in Kingston

Gabby Thomas has had a remarkable year, winning three gold medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics and recently securing a victory in the 200m at the inaugural Grand Slam Track event in Kingston, Jamaica. Her performance in the 200m and runner-up finish in the 400m, where she set a personal best, crowned her a Grand Slam champion in the long sprints category. This victory added $100,000 to her earnings and solidified her status as a leading figure in athletics. Additionally, Thomas announced her engagement and entered a partnership with Amazfit, becoming an ambassador for their smartwatches. Meanwhile, Danielle Williams made history as the first Jamaican to win a Grand Slam title by dominating the short hurdles race group. The Grand Slam Track series, featuring multiple events for sprinters and distance runners, will continue with further meets in Miami, Philadelphia, and Los Angeles.