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Latest Collaboration Puts 16-Year-Old Quincy Wilson in the Same League as Serena Williams, Novak Djokovic, and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone

Published 04/30/2024, 1:54 PM EDT

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At just 16 years old, Quincy Wilson is rewriting the record books in track and field. As of April 30, 2024, Wilson holds the indoor world record for the under-18 age group in the 400 meters, clocking in at an astonishing 45.76 seconds. He set this remarkable record at the 2024 New Balance Indoor Nationals in Boston, marking his dominance in the sport.

But Wilson’s talent doesn’t stop there. He also boasts the eighth-fastest time in high school history for the outdoor 400 meters, with an impressive time of 45.19 seconds, achieved at the Florida Relays in March 2024. This time, he not only secured his place as the fastest in the U.S. for 2024 but also ranked sixth-fastest in the world. Adding to his upward trajectory as an athlete, Quincy Wilson now joins the ranks of icons like Serena Williams, Novak Djokovic, and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone in his latest collaboration.

Quincy Wilson joins sporting icons’ agency in an exciting new collaboration

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Quincy Wilson is making headlines once again, this time off-track. Taking to his Instagram story, Wilson shared his excitement, writing, “Thank you so much @wmesports for the opportunity to be represented by such a caring and family-oriented team. Looking forward to our relationship growing even stronger!”

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In an equally enthusiastic announcement, WME Sports proudly revealed their newest addition, stating, “WME Sports is proud to announce we have signed track & field runner, Quincy Wilson.” Noting his recent record-breaking achievements, they highlighted Wilson’s outstanding performance in breaking a 20-year-old indoor 400m record as well as setting a new indoor 500m world record for 18 and under, clocking an impressive 1:01.27 and said, “Welcome to the family, Quincy!” Let’s find out more about WME.

The prestigious WME Talent Agency

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WME, short for William Morris Endeavor, isn’t just any talent agency. They’re the powerhouse behind some of the biggest names in entertainment and sports. From film and television to music, theater, digital media, and publishing, WME represents the best of the best. In addition, WME represents the NFL and NHL, and it is also the owner of the Professional Bull Riders (PBR). In sports, WME Sports represents some of the most iconic names in tennis and golf through IMG, including the legendary Serena Williams and tennis superstar Novak Djokovic.

They even work with athletes from a wide range of disciplines. Track and field sensation Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone is just one example of the world-class athletes under their wing. As Quincy Wilson embarks on the next chapter of his career, he’s in excellent company. With WME Sports by his side, the sky’s the limit for this young phenom.

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Christaline Meyers

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Christaline Meyers is a senior Olympics writer at EssentiallySports who specializes in gymnastics and alpine skiing. Christaline is one of the acclaimed authorities in the coverage of 6x All-Around champion, Simone Biles. She has written extensively, covering every detail of Biles’s life stories as well as providing her perspective on Simone Biles’ Yurchenko Double Pike controversy.
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Sampurna Pal