Gout Sets New Australian 200m Record

In an impressive display of talent, 16-year-old athlete Gout shattered a 56-year-old Australian record by running the 200 meters in 20.04 seconds at the Australian schools championships, surpassing the previous record set by Peter Norman in 1968. Gout, now the fastest 16-year-old ever, also aims to break the 10-second barrier in the 100 meters and is eyeing the 2032 Olympics in Brisbane. Meanwhile, South African sprinter Lythe Pillay, a university student, achieved notable success at the Olympics, reaching the semi-finals in the 400 meters and contributing to a new South African record in the 4x400m relay. At the collegiate level, Elon University's Mikayla Jones broke the school record in the 5,000 meters with a time of 16:24.07, while her teammates also set personal bests. Additionally, Eli Kosiba tied the NCAA Division II indoor high jump record with a jump of 2.30 meters at the GVSU Holiday Open, marking a significant comeback after struggling at the Olympic Trials. These young athletes are shaping the future of track and field with their record-breaking performances.