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At just 17, Gout Gout is already breaking records and drawing comparisons to Usain Bolt, but how fast is the 17-year-old sprinting sensation?
Gout Gout has rapidly ascended the ranks of track and field, thanks to his scintillating speed and unmatched energy on and off the track.
The 17-year-old sprint sensation has also captured global attention with his extraordinary speed and potential at such a young age.
Gout Gout was born in Queensland to South Sudanese parents, and his notable performances in the 100m and 200m have made him a global name, drawing comparisons to legends like the fastest man alive, Usain Bolt.
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Gout Gout: Early beginnings
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Gout Gout began his sprinting journey in 2021 and at the time, he was doing well, either winning or finishing second in the 100m and 200m.
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However, his star shone brighter than ever in 2024, when he struck the track and field world with remarkable times.
At just 16, Gout Gout earned the comparison to Usain Bolt with the eight-time Olympic champion also acknowledging that he indeed reminds him of his days as a young sprinter. The 2024 season was one of his busiest and Gout Gout managed to show up in all the races.
At the end of the season, just before turning 17, Gout Gout broke Peter Norman’s Oceanian record and Usain Bolt’s world-age best in the 200m at the Australian All Schools Championships in Brisbane.
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He clocked an impressive 20.04 seconds to shatter Norman’s record that had stood since 1968 and also bettered Usain Bolt’s world age-16 best set in 2003.
Gout Gout: Breaking the 10-second barrier
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To indicate that he is just getting started, Gout Gout also went under 10 seconds in the 100m just about a day ago, competing at the Australian Athletics Championships in Perth.
Gout Gout made headlines by running the 100m in 9.99 seconds twice in one day, in the heats and final. However, the times he clocked surpassed the wind-assisted window and thus not eligible for official records.
The times mark a significant milestone in his career. Gout Gout’s personal best time in the 100m, legally, stands at 10.17 seconds and was set at the 2024 Australian All Schools Championships.
His latest performance now places him as a strong contender to challenge Australia's national record of 9.93 seconds set by Patrick Johnson in 2003.
Gout Gout: Dominance in the 200m
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While Gout Gout's 100m performances have garnered attention, his prowess in the 200m is equally impressive.
His legal personal best of 20.04 seconds was set in December 2024 and remains the fastest time set by a 16-year-old over the distance. It is also the fastest time ever set by an Australian.
At the start of the season, Gout Gout clocked a wind-assisted 19.98 seconds in the 200m at the Queensland Athletics Championships. The time is also considered illegal.
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However, as he grows and gains more experience, he will be one of the greats in the 100m and 200m and who knows, he might even be the one to break the world records.
Gout Gout: Comparisons to Usain Bolt
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Gout Gout's rapid rise has led to comparisons with 11-time world champion Usain Bolt. At just 17, Gout's performances in the 100m and 200m have already been compared to Usain Bolt when he was the same age.
Usain Bolt hung his spikes and remains one of the greatest names in the world of track and field, following his massive accomplishments at the World Championships and Olympic Games. He also holds the fastest times in the 100m (9.58) and 200m (19.19).
Gout Gout’s comparisons to Usain Bolt are a testimony that he is surely on the right trajectory to making a name for himself and charting his own path to global dominance.
As Gout continues to develop, the athletics world eagerly anticipates his future performances. Gout Gout has already set sights on making a mark on the global stage and breaking longstanding records.
Undeniably, Gout Gout stands as a beacon of Australia's sprinting future and his journey from a promising young athlete to a global sprinting sensation is a testament to his talent.
With his progress being closely monitored, Gout Gout will be looking to continue making a name for himself and etch it alongside the greats of track and field history.
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