Julien Alfred Wins Historic Gold for Saint Lucia

Julien Alfred made history by winning St. Lucia's first-ever Olympic medal, securing gold in the women's 100m final at Paris 2024 with a time of 10.72 seconds. The race, held under rainy conditions, saw Alfred outperforming prominent competitors, including American world champion Sha'Carri Richardson, who finished second in 10.87 seconds, and Melissa Jefferson in third. Daryll Neita of Great Britain narrowly missed out on a medal, finishing fourth in 10.96 seconds. Alfred's victory is particularly remarkable considering her rise from the American college circuit just a year ago. This achievement not only highlights Alfred's talent but also serves as a significant milestone for St. Lucia in Olympic history. The mixed 4x400m relay team from Great Britain also earned bronze, marking a successful evening for the nation.