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Having secured a spot on Jamaica’s team for the Olympic Games in Paris this summer, young Jamaican sprinter Tia Clayton is aiming to win her first global medal at the prestigious event.
Clayton delivered a stellar performance in the semi-finals of the women’s 100m competition on Friday, clocking a massive personal best time of 10.86 seconds. The 19-year-old significantly improved upon her previous best of 11.02, which she achieved in the heat of the competition on Thursday. Her personal best time entering the championships was 11.23.
Reflecting on her journey, Clayton, who did not advance past the 100m semi-finals at last year’s championships, expressed her emotions after securing her spot on Jamaica’s senior team for the first time since turning professional two years ago.
“I am feeling very great that I made the team, and all that I can do now is to stay mentally focused and healthy and just continue to do my best at all times and aim to win a medal at the Olympic Games.