The World Athletics Relays in the Bahamas is set to host some of the top athletes in the sport, with all eyes on Noah Lyles and Marcell Jacobs in the 4x100m relay event. Lyles, a triple world champion, will be looking to secure his first title at the World Relays after winning gold at the 2023 World Athletics Championships. With two silver medals from past editions, Lyles is determined to lead Team USA to victory in the 4x100m relay.
Joining Lyles on the US team will be Tokyo 2020 medalist Kenny Bednarek and Courtney Lindsey, the fastest man at 200m this year. The Italian team, led by European champion Jacobs, will feature Olympic champions Roberto Rigali, Lorenzo Patta, and Filippo Tortu. Jamaica’s team includes world indoor bronze medallist Ackeem Blake, although it lacks some key athletes like Shelly-Ann Fraser Pryce and Elaine Thompson-Herah.
The sprint events in the Bahamas will also showcase the talent of Kenya and South Africa. Kenya’s sprint powerhouse Omanyala leads a strong team that includes Commonwealth Games gold medallist Alphas Kiprop and world junior championship winner Emmanuel Magidi. South Africa’s Akani Simbine is determined to overcome past relay disappointments and lead his team to victory in the 4x100m event.
With a mix of experienced champions and rising stars, the World Athletics Relays in the Bahamas promise to be an exciting and highly competitive event for track and field fans around