Gabrielle Thomas (born December 7, 1996) is an American track and field athlete who has captivated audiences with her electrifying speed and unwavering determination.Born in Atlanta, Georgia, Thomas excelled both on and off the track. She graduated with a degree in Neurobiology and Global Health & Health Policy from Harvard University in 2019, showcasing her intellectual prowess. While at Harvard, she was a standout athlete, earning All-American honors in track and field.Thomas specializes in the 100 meters and 200 meters sprints. Her talent truly shone on the national stage:2020 US Olympic Trials:Secured a spot on the Olympic team with a blistering 21.61 seconds in the 200 meters, setting a new national record at the time (since surpassed). This performance cemented her status as one of the fastest women in the world.Qualified for the 100 meters as well, showcasing her versatility.
She claimed the bronze medal in the 200 meters, adding Olympic hardware to her growing list of achievements.Competed in the heats of the 4x100 meters relay, contributing to the team's qualifying run. Won the silver medal in the 200 meters at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, solidifying her place among the world's elite sprinters. Played a crucial role in securing a gold medal for Team USA in the 4x100 meters relay at the World Championships, demonstrating her teamwork and relay expertise.
Completed her Master's degree in Epidemiology at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, proving her commitment to both academics and athletics.At just 27 years old Gabrielle Thomas's athletic journey is far from over. With her exceptional talent, dedication, and well-rounded education, she is poised to achieve even greater things. Track and field fans can expect her to compete for top honors in the 100 meters and 200 meters, potentially challenging for gold medals at major championships in the years to come.
Gabrielle Thomas' personal bests are as follows:
100 meters: 11.00 seconds (achieved at the Prefontaine Classic Diamond League meeting in Eugene, Oregon in 2021). This time showcases her exceptional speed in the shorter sprint distance.
200 meters: 21.61 seconds (achieved at the 2020 US Olympic Trials in Eugene, Oregon). This time, while no longer the national record, remains a testament to her power and speed over 200 meters. It also stands as her current personal best for this distance.
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