Clayton set a new personal record in the 100 metres after crossing the finish line first in an epic photo finish in Silesia.

Jamaican Tia Clayton delivered an outstanding performance at the Silesia Diamond League classic on Sunday afternoon, setting a new personal best of 10.83 seconds over 100 m.

The 19-year-old sprinter narrowly beat Marie-Josée Ta Lou-Smith of the Ivory Coast in a dramatic photo finish, underlining her growing reputation on the global sprint stage.

Clayton, who finished seventh in the 100m final at the 2024 Paris Olympics, demonstrated her resilience and determination by continually improving her times throughout the season.

Her victory in Silesia, which came with a new personal best, represents an important milestone in her young career. Clayton’s recent performance, which she previously achieved with a personal and season best of 10.86 seconds, shows that she is ready to compete at the highest level.

American Tamari Davis finished third in the Silesia Showdown with a time of 10.84 seconds, just a fraction behind the top two. Britain’s Daryl Neita narrowly missed the podium, finishing fourth with a time of 11.01 seconds, while Jamaica’s Natasha Morrison completed the field, finishing last with a time of 11.07 seconds.

For Clayton, the Paris Olympics were an important learning experience. Even though she didn’t reach the podium, she showed her potential in Paris and laid the foundation for a promising future in athletics.

Clayton is only 19 years old and her performance in Silesia underlines not only her talent but also her ability to perform under pressure.

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Marie-Josée Ta Lou-Smith, who finished a close second, also has reason to celebrate. Her performance in Silesia was a significant comeback after a heartbreaking experience at the Paris Olympics.

Ta Lou-Smith suffered a serious injury in the 100m final in Paris, finishing last with a time of 13.84 seconds. The injury not only dashed her hopes for the 100m, but also prevented her from taking part in the 200m heats.

Sunday’s race in Silesia was a testament to Ta Lou-Smith’s resilience. Her ability to bounce back from such a devastating setback and perform at a high level is a testament to her strength and determination.

As her recovery continues, Ta Lou-Smith will no doubt view her performance in Silesia as a positive step forward.

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