Gout Wins U23 200m Invitational in Monaco

Australian 17-year-old Gout Gout remained unbeaten in Europe by winning the under-23 200m invitational at Monaco's Diamond League meet, clocking 20.10 seconds despite a strong -1.9m/s headwind. Gout's victory came after his recent Oceanian record of 20.02 seconds in Ostrava, Czechia. He overtook competitors in the final stretch, with Botswana's Busang Collen Kebinatshipi and South Africa's Naeem Jack finishing second and third. Gout credited his top-end speed and composure for his success, even as he continues to balance elite athletics with school. His achievements have heightened expectations ahead of his debut at the senior world championships in Japan later this year. Fellow Australian Peter Bol also broke his own national 800m record at the same meet, capping a strong showing for Australia.