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Increase In Viewership For USATF Grand Prix
According to same-day data reported by NBC Sports, the Bermuda USATF Grand Prix — which was broadcast live on NBC and affiliates — achieved heightened global attention for Bermuda, with an increase in viewership of 55% in the first hour and 132% over the entire show, the BTA said. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism Authority... Read more of this article
Photo Set 2: 2024 USATF Bermuda Grand Prix
Some of the world’s top athletes descended on the Flora Duffy Stadium on Sunday [April 28] for the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix. Among the top names delivering showstopping performances were Noah Lyles, of the United States, who won the men’s 100 metres in 9.96sec, Kirana James, of Grenada, who stormed to victory in the men’s 400 in 46.00, and Abby... Read more of this article
Premier David Burt On USATF Grand Prix
Premier David Burt has hailed the success of the USATF Grand Prix at the Flora Duffy Stadium on Sunday [April 28]. Mr Burt said he enjoyed witnessing the island’s community join together in supporting local stars Dage Minors, who competed in the men’s 1,500 metres, and triple jumper Jah-Nhai Perinchief, and praised those athletes who participated... Read more of this article
Photo Set 1: 2024 USATF Bermuda Grand Prix
Top athletes from over 20 countries showed their skills at the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix at the Flora Duffy Stadium. This year marked the third year Bermuda has hosted the event, which was broadcast internationally by NBC Sports. You can view over 80 images of the meet below, and all our coverage of the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix here. Related... Read more of this article
Photos: Special Olympics At USATF Grand Prix
Some of the island’s top Special Olympics track and field athletes showcased their talents during the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix at the Flora Duffy Stadium on Sunday [April 28]. Eight athletes – Eleah Basden, Kemari Dill, Derek Ingram, Micah Lambert, Zafar O’Loughlin, Iyon Simmons, Exodus Somner and Eden Woollery – performed in front of a home... Read more of this article
Video: Jah-Nhai Perinchief After Placing Second
Jah-Nhai Perinchief believes he is on track to qualify for the Olympic Games in Paris this summer after finishing second in the men’s triple jump at the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix at the Flora Duffy Stadium. Perinchief, competing at his first major meet since the World Athletics Championships in Budapest last summer, recorded a wind-assisted personal... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Athene Fastest Kid On Rock
The ‘Athene’s Fastest Kid on de Rock’ – which was held on the weekend as part of the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix – saw some of the island’s top young athletes in action. Brad Molitor, President of Athene Life Re previously said, “We believe in the power of sport to inspire the young minds of Bermuda. Athene’s Fastest Kid on de Rock races... Read more of this article
2024 Athene Fastest Kid On De Rock Results
The Athene Fastest Kid on De Rock took place at the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium at the National Sports Center, serving as part of the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix event. In the 15 – 19 boys 100 meter dash Carifta Games athlete Norre Robinson clocked a winning time of 10.77, Preston Ephraim was second in 11.77, and Michael Kromer was third clocking... Read more of this article
Updates: Fastest Kid, Special Olympics, USATF
[Updating] Today [April 28], top athletes from more than 20 countries are set to demonstrate their skills at the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix — which is being broadcast internationally by NBC Sports — at the Flora Duffy Stadium, and prior to the main event crowds will be able to enjoy the Athene Fastest Kid on the Rock competition and the Special... Read more of this article
Special Olympics Athletes Confirmed For Meet
Eight athletes from Special Olympics Bermuda will perform in front of a home crowd for the first time at the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix at the Flora Duffy Stadium today [April 28]. The Special Olympics Celebration will run from 3.45 pm to 4.30 pm and feature Eleah Basden, Kemari Dill, Derek Ingram, Micah Lambert, Zafar O’Loughlin, Iyon Simmons, Exodus... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: USATF Meet Press Conference
Paul Doyle, the American Track League founder, has explained the absence of Jamaican superstar sprinter Elaine Thompson-Herah from the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix. Thompson-Herah, the fastest woman alive, was expected to be among the elite athletes competing at the Flora Duffy Stadium tomorrow [April 28], with athletics fans excited about watching the... Read more of this article
Dage Minors Eyes Podium In Grand Prix
[Written by Stephen Wright] Dage Minors is eyeing a podium finish in the men’s 1,500 metres in the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix at the Flora Duffy Stadium tomorrow [April 28]. Minors produced a superb display at the meet two years ago, finishing third in the 1,500 in 3min 46.82sec. The 28-year-old is one of two local stars competing, along with... Read more of this article
USATF Track Meet Tickets Still On Sale
With the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix set to take place on Sunday [April 28] fans still have the opportunity to secure tickets for the highly anticipated event. A spokesperson said, “All roads are leading to the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium this Sunday, April 28th for the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix. There is still time to get your tickets for this... Read more of this article
Local Jamaicans To Cheer On Thompson-Herah
[Updated and written by Stephen Wright] Excitement is building among the island’s Jamaican community in anticipation of cheering on compatriot Elaine Thompson-Herah, the fastest woman alive, when she competes at the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix on Sunday [April 28]. Thompson-Herah is only the second sprinter after Jamaican icon Usain Bolt to win the sprint... Read more of this article
Bean On Elite Women Inspiring Junior Girls
[Written by Stephen Wright] Mia Bean, a Bermuda Olympic Association Women in Sport Committee board member, believes the island’s young female athletes will be inspired watching the likes of Jamaican superstar Elaine Thompson-Herah at the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix next Sunday [April 28]. Thompson-Herah, the fastest woman alive, is among the top names... Read more of this article
Gibbons-Thomas Aims To Be Fastest On Rock
[Written by Stephen Wright] Sprinter Milan Gibbons-Thomas believes she had to take a break from running to realise how much she loved the sport. The 13-year-old returned to running four years ago after a short hiatus, which included the Covid-19 pandemic, having already displayed her potential by winning the under-11 girls 80 metres at the Caribbean... Read more of this article
