The young Australian sprinter Gout Gout, just 17 years old, continues to break records and establish himself as one of the great promises of world athletics. At the prestigious Ostrava Golden Spike, held in the Czech Republic, he set a new national record in the 200 meters with a time of 20.02 seconds, surpassing his own previous mark.

In a race full of talent, Gout left Cuba’s Reynier Mena behind in the last 20 meters, crossing the finish line with a 0.17-second lead. Britain’s Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake completed the podium in third place. This achievement places Gout sixth on the all-time world under-20 list in the 200 meters, cementing his status as an emerging figure in athletics.

Comparisons to Usain Bolt and his media impact

Gout Gout has not only attracted attention for his impressive performances, but also for the inevitable comparisons with Usain Bolt. His latest victory in Ostrava has special symbolism, as this same event was where the legendary Jamaican sprinter competed as a teenager.

“I’ve felt stronger in training over the last few months and since I arrived in Europe last Thursday. I knew Mena would be very fast in the first 100 meters, but I was confident in my ability to come back in the second half of the race, which is my strong point. I felt calm but strong coming out of the curve and was confident I would be fast enough to win. Another national record. I’m pretty happy with that, not bad for my first race in Europe,” Gout said after his victory.

A program designed for success

Gout’s success in Ostrava is part of a plan that will culminate in the world championships in September, where he has already secured his place on the Australian team. This approach seeks to maximize his performance in the most important competitions on the calendar.