

Over the years, the athletics world has seen many stars rise up through the ranks. Amongst the current generation of stars, Fred Kerley is growing at a rapid rate and will be a force to reckon with. He won the silver medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics 100-meters competition and is looking to become one of the best in the world. Looking ahead to the 2022 World Athletics Championship in Eugene, Oregon, fans cannot wait for the superstar to shine.
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Hence, his commitment to the sport is quite amazing. Different athletes are on top of their game, but former legendary athlete Carl Lewis thinks Kerley is destined for greatness.
Carl Lewis heaps praise for Fred Kerley
Lewis is one of the most decorated track and field athletes of all time from America. The 60-year-old has 9 Olympic golds and 1 silver medal.
When Carl Lewis thinks someone is incredible, then fans should take notice of the talented athlete. Kerley is unique, and he has all it takes to become a top-class sprinter. Thus, Lewis spoke about him being the top athlete of 2021 in an incredible season for the American.
“Fred probably ran the most consistent and best of anyone in the world last year,” said Lewis.

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Jun 20, 2021; Eugene, OR, USA; Trayvon Bromell (center) defeats Micah Williams (left) and Fred Kerley to win the 100m in 9.80 during the US Olympic Team Trials at Hayward Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Lewis himself was one of the best sprinters in the world. He analyzed Kerley’s European 100-meter debut?and spoke about the consistency attained by Kerley. Not only is he stunning in the 100-meters, but he also tests himself in both the 200 and 400-meters competition.
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A historical 2024 Paris Olympics
The 2024 Paris Olympics will be one of the most anticipated Olympics in recent history. The plethora of talents on display is incredible. Right now Kerley has incredible personal bests in sprinting competitions. He has set times of sub10 in 100m, sub 20 in 200m, and sub44 in 400-meters, which is not an easy feat. Thus, the Paris Olympics could be incredible for the sprinter.

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Tokyo 2020 Olympics – Athletics – Men’s 100m – Medal Ceremony – Olympic Stadium, Tokyo, Japan – August 2, 2021. Silver medallist, Fred Kerley of the United States poses on the podium REUTERS/Dylan Martinez
The array of unique characters in Athletics right now makes the sport great, and it contributes to the success of the sport. Hence, Fred Kerley’s dominance can take him to a level that will be difficult to match.
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