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Wilson made history by becoming the youngest Olympic track and field champion in history at just 16.
American sprint sensation Quincy Wilson has expressed his delight at the overwhelming support he has received since making history by becoming the youngest track and field Olympic gold medalist in history.
At just 16 years old Wilson played a crucial role in Team USA's success in the 4x400m relay.
Despite not racing in the final, his contribution during the heats was enough to earn him a gold medal, cementing his place in the history books.
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21:16 - 13.08.2024
US Olympics silver medallist fumes at lack of recognition on flight back home
The American sprinter was not happy that his silver medal was not enough not see his flight upgraded as he travelled back home from the Paris 2024 Olympics.
However, despite being in the relay pool, Wilson wasn't chosen to run on the mixed 4x400-meter team that eventually won silver, limiting his chances to represent the U.S. on the global stage.
Yet, upon returning to the States, the young athlete was met with overwhelming support, a testament to the impact he has already made.
In a live interview with NBC, Wilson expressed his gratitude, saying, "It feels amazing. I can’t believe all the support coming here. It feels amazing to have represented my country and my state and most definitely put it on for the DMV."
He continued, "It is amazing. You want to be in the spotlight. A 16-year old athlete just coming out here and doing your best.
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13:00 - 13.08.2024
Justin Gatlin on how to take down Noah Lyles following Letsile Tebogo's 200m Olympic heroics
Gatlin has revealed the only way competitors can beat Noah Lyles after Letsile Tebogo managed to edge him out in the final of the 200m at the just-concluced Paris Olympics.
You never knew you can come out and be this, so I am just excited, so thankful for the moment, every single person around here and giving back because that is what everyone did for me at this age."
Wilson's heartfelt thanks extended to all those who supported him, especially during the Olympic trials.
"I want to thank every single person out there. I am pretty sure I got the message too right before I ran, and the 285 people that turned up to watch me run out there.
“ I just want to say thank you and I am so grateful for them because without their support, me and my teammates would not be where they are right now."
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12:00 - 11.08.2024
Why Justin Gatlin will not denounce Noah Lyles for running men's 200m final with COVID-19 virus
Justin Gatlin has shared why he will not condemn Noah Lyles for running with the COVID-19 virus in the men's 200m final at the Paris Olympics.
His journey to the Olympics was paved with extraordinary performances. Wilson dominated his high school peers at the Bullis School in Potomac, Maryland, and made a statement at the U.S. Track and Field Trials in Eugene, Oregon.
Running a sub-45-second 400 meters in three consecutive rounds, he finished sixth in the final, solidifying his status as a rising star.
Wilson's potential was further validated at a meet in Florida on July 18, where he shattered the Under-18 world record, clocking an astonishing 44.20 seconds.
This time ranks as the 11th-fastest globally this season, the fourth-fastest by an American, and would have placed him sixth in the Olympic 400-meter final. His performance earned him a spot in the pool of runners eligible for the U.S. relay team in Paris.
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