At the U.S. Olympic trials, 16-year-old Quincy Wilson stole the show in the men’s 400-meter heat, winning with a time of 44.66 seconds. This impressive feat not only set a new U18 world record but also helped Wilson meet the Olympic standard and qualify for the semifinals on Sunday. Despite acknowledging his nerves leading up to the race, Wilson confidently stated that he was only a two out of ten in terms of nervousness. He emphasized that he saw himself as equal to all other competitors, regardless of their reputations or brands.
Wilson, a student at Bullis School in Maryland, recently won the 400 meters at New Balance Nationals with a time of 45.13 seconds. He expressed his determination to achieve the world record and acknowledged the level of competition at the trials. Despite transitioning from high school to competing with professional and collegiate athletes, Wilson remains focused on giving his best effort.
Looking ahead to the semifinals, scheduled for 6:35 p.m. on Sunday, Wilson is prepared to face off against some of the top competitors in the men’s 400-meter event. Alec Dietz, who covers University of Oregon sports including football, volleyball, women’s basketball and baseball for The Register-Guard provides updates on Wilson’s journey at the Olympic trials. To stay updated on Wilson’s progress you can follow Alec Dietz on social media and contact him at adietz@registerguard
