Saint Lucia’s Alfred Wins Historic Olympic Gold in 100m

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Saint Lucia’s Julien Alfred Wins Historic Gold Medal in Olympics Women’s 100m

In a stunning upset, Saint Lucia’s Julien Alfred has won the gold medal in the women’s 100m sprint at the Olympics, defeating favorite Sha’Carri Richardson of the United States. This marks the first ever Olympic medal for Saint Lucia, a significant milestone for the Caribbean nation.

Alfred, who had never finished on the podium at a major outdoor championships prior to Saturday’s final, produced a superb race to win in 10.72 seconds. Richardson took silver in 10.87 seconds, while her compatriot Melissa Jefferson won bronze in 10.92 seconds.

The victory is a historic moment for Saint Lucia, which has never won an Olympic medal in track and field. Alfred’s achievement is a testament to her hard work and dedication, and is sure to inspire a new generation of athletes from the island.

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Tosin Oyediran is a seasoned journalist with over six years of experience in conducting incisive interviews, writing engaging features, and delivering impactful stories for the digital sphere.

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