Zharnel Hughes cautions against premature predictions on the potential of the promising newcomer, Gout Gout, emphasizing that the young athlete has yet to face the world’s top competitors.
Aged 17, Australian sprinter Gout has shown remarkable speed surpassing Usain Bolt’s achievements at a similar age. He is set to make his debut on the international stage at the upcoming World Championships in Tokyo, competing in the 200m event.
Although Gout’s initial experiences in senior competitions have been a mix of results, with a loss in his first 100m race but a record-breaking performance of 20.02 seconds in the 200m at the Ostrava Golden Spike in June, there is still uncertainty about his true potential until he faces tougher competition.
Zharnel Hughes, the British record holder in both the 100m and 200m events, acknowledges Gout’s talent but suggests that a true assessment of his abilities can only be made when he competes at a higher level.
Expressing his anticipation of racing against Gout in the future, Hughes emphasizes the need for delivering one’s best performance on the day of the competition, rather than focusing on individual competitors.
Hughes also mentions that he is not fixated on beating or mentoring younger athletes but is solely concentrated on executing his race strategy effectively.
In other news, Sky has announced a discounted price for its Essential TV and Sky Sports bundle for the upcoming season, offering significant savings and a wide range of live sports matches, including over 1,400 live games across various leagues. Sky plans to broadcast at least 215 live Premier League matches next season, a notable increase from previous seasons.
