It has been contested at the Summer Olympics since 1896 for men and since 1928 for women. The inaugural World Championships were in 1983. On an outdoor 400-metre running track, the 100 m is …

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Sep 14, 2025 · Melissa Jefferson-Wooden, the self-described village kid from a South Carolina seaport, who had two (partial) college scholarship offers, who saved her dad’s life at age 17, is now the world …

May 29, 2025 · It’s often considered the ultimate test of speed since it only lasts about 10 seconds for elite males and 11 seconds for elite females. The winner of the 100 meters at the Olympic Games is …

Jamaica’s Usain Bolt holds the Olympic as well as the world record in the men’s 100m and is the most successful sprinter ever in the event with three gold medals.

Aug 4, 2024 · Lyles, 27, is the reigning 100m world and U.S. champion, but had been seeking Olympic gold in the event to solidify the title of "World's Fastest Man."

The men's 100m final will finish off the night at Stade de France in Paris, getting underway at 3:50 p.m. ET (9:50 p.m. local time). The race will last close to 10 seconds.

Feb 4, 2026 · Here are all the main running world records for men and women, from the 100m all the way to the marathon.

Aug 4, 2024 · SAINT-DENIS, France — Noah Lyles has been claiming to be "the fastest man alive" since becoming the reigning world champion in the 100-meter race last year. After Sunday night's …