A remarkable feat unfolded at the 51st Carifta Games in Grenada, where a 16-year-old high school student from Jamaica, studying at Calabar High in Kingston, made headlines by shattering a record previously held by the legendary Usain Bolt for 22 years. Nickecoy Bramwell achieved this extraordinary milestone in the Boys 400m Dash U17 category at the games.
The record, set by Bolt in 2002 with a time of 47.33 seconds, was surpassed by Bramwell, who clocked in at 47.26 seconds, beating it by a mere 0.07 seconds. What makes this achievement even more impressive is that Bramwell was nursing a slight hamstring injury during the race.
Despite his physical discomfort, Bramwell displayed exceptional determination and focus. In an interview with SportsMax TV, he expressed his elation at breaking the record, stating, 'It's a wonderful feeling knowing that I've finally broken the record. I've been eyeing it since last summer, so it's a great feeling knowing I could come out here and take it. I just put my mind off the injury and put my mind on the record, that's all.'
Reports indicate that Bramwell had been dealing with various injuries in recent months, including an ongoing hamstring issue. However, his unwavering determination to surpass Bolt's record drove him to achieve this remarkable feat.
During the race, Bramwell led from the start and maintained his position, leaving his competitors trailing behind. He crossed the finish line with a significant lead of 0.69 seconds over the second-place finisher. Despite a slight deceleration before the finish line, Bramwell's performance earned him a standing ovation from spectators at the Kirani James Athletics Stadium.
This remarkable accomplishment by a young athlete has captivated the athletics world and serves as a testament to Bramwell's talent, perseverance, and dedication to his sport. His record-breaking run at the Carifta Games has undoubtedly secured his place in the annals of track and field history.
