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Star athletes give thumbs up to inaugural Slam

Summary by Jamaica Gleaner

KINGSTON, Jamaica (CMC): THE CURTAINS came down on the first-ever Grand Slam Track event in Jamaica over the weekend, and, by all indications, the event was well received by the world’s top athletes, who celebrated the meet as a thrilling step forward for the sport. The Grand Slam Track in Kingston saw 12 champions crowned, with each earning the massive sum of US$100,000 ($15,663,210.90). The top stars with the best performances included Sydney …

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Jamaica Gleaner

Star athletes give thumbs up to inaugural Slam

17 hours ago·Jamaica

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The Midwest Sports Network

Rekortan Track Powers Grand Slam Track Debut in Kingston With Resurfaced National Stadium Surface

The post Rekortan Track Powers Grand Slam Track Debut in Kingston With Resurfaced National Stadium Surface appeared first on . KINGSTON, Jamaica (MWSN) — Grand Slam Track’s inaugural meet in Kingston marked more than just the debut of a new professional league—it also showcased a newly resurfaced competition stage, built in partnership with Rekortan®, the Official Track Partner for the series’ 2025 season. The event, held at Jamaica’s National S…

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DailyGuide Network

Hudson-Smith Wins $100,000 at Grand Slam Track in Jamaica

Matthew Hudson- Smith won two medals at the Paris 2024 Games Britain’s Matthew Hudson-Smith claimed the top prize of $100,000 after winning the 200m at the inaugural Grand Slam Track event in Kingston, Jamaica. The 30-year-old Olympic silver medallist added the victory to his second-place finish in the 400m, topping the overall standings. Hudson-Smith clocked 20.77 seconds to finish ahead of Trinidad and Tobago’s Jereem Richards and Jamaica’s …

1 day ago·Ghana

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Caribbean Communications Network

JEREEM AT GRAND SLAM TRACK

There actually was some Trini flavour at the Grand Slam Track in Kingston as Jereem Ricards was the lone T&T athlete involved.

2 days ago

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MX24

Matthew Hudson-Smith wins $100,000 at inaugural grand slam track event in Kingston

Britain’s Olympic medallist, Matthew Hudson-Smith, claimed $100,000 (£77,500) on Saturday after securing victory in the 200m at the inaugural Grand Slam Track event in Kingston, Jamaica. The English sprinter’s triumph in the 200m, combined with his second-place finish in the 400m on Friday, placed him at the top of the combined standings, earning him the grand prize. Hudson-Smith, 30, crossed the finish line in 20.77 seconds, with Trinidad and T…

2 days ago

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Athletics Illustrated

Hudson-Smith, Thomas, Bednarek win big on day 2 in Kingston GST meet

Inspiring the culture of the sport of athletics with well prepared and thought-provoking content, that is written, podcast, video and images. On day two of the inaugural Grand Slam Track meet in Kingston, Jamaica was thrilling. Diamond League-level competition prevailed. It could be said that Salwa Eid Naser stole the show in the women’s 400m with a 48-second performance. American Gabby Thomas earned the $100,000 jackpot in the long sprint categ…

2 days ago

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