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Jamaican sprinting just added another chapter to its storied legacy. On June 27, 2025, Kishane Thompson stunned the track world with a blazing 9.75-second performance in the men’s 100m final at the 2025 Jamaican National Championships, becoming the sixth-fastest man of all time.

Running in near-perfect conditions, Thompson powered down the track with a performance that firmly cements him among the global elite. Only five men—Usain Bolt, Tyson Gay, Yohan Blake, Asafa Powell, and Justin Gatlin—have ever run faster.

This wasn’t just a personal best. It was a breakout moment that may redefine Jamaica’s sprint hierarchy heading into the Paris Olympics later this summer. Thompson, who has quietly been building momentum over the past two seasons, now finds himself at the center of global attention.

“I knew I had this in me,” Thompson told reporters after the race. “Training has been going well, and I came here ready to execute. To do it on this stage, in front of my home crowd, is special.”

The performance lights up what’s already been a thrilling sprint season, with several athletes dropping times under 9.90. But 9.75? That’s a mark that sends shockwaves around the world.  

With his explosive start and powerful closing stride, Thompson showed a blend of raw speed and race maturity well beyond his years. The moment also comes at a critical time for Jamaican sprinting, as the nation looks to find its next global icon following the retirement of Usain Bolt.

If Friday’s race was any indication, Kishane Thompson may be that next name.

Top 100m Performances All-Time

1. Usain Bolt – 9.58

2. Tyson Gay – 9.69

3. Yohan Blake – 9.69

4. Asafa Powell – 9.72

5. Justin Gatlin – 9.74

6. Kishane Thompson – 9.75