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Seville stands at just 5'6'' , way shorter than Usain Bolt, who stands at 6'55'', although he works under the legendary former sprinter's coach Glen Mills.
Jamaican sprinting star Oblique Seville has opened up about the unique challenges he faces as one of the shortest elite sprinters in the world.
Standing at just 5'6", Seville acknowledged that his stature demands perfection on the track, especially when competing against taller opponents.
“I am one of the smallest sprinters in the world—if not the smallest. I am 5’6’’. Very short,” Seville admitted on season two of Netflix show SPRINT, a docuseries chronicling his journey.
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“To get any chance to beat [someone like] Kishane [Thompson], I have to get everything right. For short guys like me, there is no room to make any mistakes.”
Seville has often been compared to Usain Bolt, not just because he trains under Bolt’s former coach, Glen Mills, but also due to the high expectations surrounding his career. However, the 2024 season proved to be a rollercoaster for the world bronze medallist.
He kicked off his season with a win in the 400m at the Camperdown Classics and followed it with a 200m victory at Velocity Fest 14.
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Later, he claimed a crucial win at the Racers Grand Prix, beating U.S. sprint sensation Noah Lyles to first place. Seville then secured second place behind Kishane Thompson at the Jamaican Olympic Trials.
Despite these strong performances, his dreams of Olympic glory at Paris 2024 fell short. After promising wins in his heats and semi-finals, Seville faded to eighth in the highly anticipated final—a result that left him visibly devastated.
Seville’s short stature has sparked conversations in the sprinting world, with comparisons drawn to Christian Coleman, who stands slightly taller at 5’9’’.
American sprint legend Michael Johnson weighed in on the debate, highlighting the diversity of sprinters’ physiques.
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“Sprinters come in all sorts of sizes and shapes. We have seen that with Christian Coleman and, on the other end of the spectrum, Usain Bolt,” Johnson said. “Oblique is a bit on the extreme side.”
Seville’s contrasting build, paired with his fierce determination, sets him apart. While taller athletes like Thompson (6’1’’) often enjoy physical advantages such as a longer stride, Seville’s success hinges on his ability to execute flawlessly.
Despite his Paris disappointment, Seville remains focused on his pursuit of greatness. With the guidance of Glen Mills and a relentless work ethic, he continues to refine his craft, aiming to carve out his own legacy in the fiercely competitive world of short sprints.
For Seville, his height isn’t just a challenge—it’s a motivator. His journey serves as a reminder that talent, precision, and heart can defy physical limitations on the track.
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