At the Stade de France in Paris, the men’s 100-meter final is set to be a thrilling show to find the world’s fastest man. The buzz is building as fans debate whether Noah Lyles, Oblique Seville, or Kishane Thompson or any other will take the gold. While, in the semifinals, the Jamaican runners made a strong impression: Kishane Thompson clocked 9.80 seconds, Oblique Seville finished in 9.81 seconds, and Noah Lyles ran 9.83 seconds. With such tight times, it’s clear that Jamaica could dominate this final.

Noah Lyles, who finished behind Seville in the semifinal, is keen for a rematch. Seville’s narrow win by just .02 seconds highlights his impressive form this season. At just 23, Seville’s rise is particularly amazing. Fans are asking where his speed comes from: What’s his training base? Who coached him in high school? Well, recently, Oblique Seville shed light on these queries in a revealing Instagram post.

Must-know facts about Seville

A few days ago, Fitzdunk shared an intriguing Instagram post revealing some fascinating facts about Oblique Seville. In a Q&A session, Seville disclosed that he attended Calabar High School, a renowned breeding ground for track and field talent. Under the guidance of esteemed coaches like Glen Mills, he honed his skills, quickly drawing the attention of the national athletics community.

Seville’s breakthrough came at the 2019 World Athletics U20 Championships in Tampere, Finland, where he made a significant impact by advancing to the 100-meter final and finishing fourth. This impressive performance marked him as a formidable force in Jamaican sprinting. As he continues to evolve and refine his craft, Seville’s journey suggests that he is well on his way to making a lasting mark on the world stage.

However, the the Instagram post Oblique Seville named Usain Bolt as his favorite Olympian and described representing Jamaica as “happy” in the Paris Olympics. He shared that his favorite spot in Jamaica is Ocho Rios and that he dreams of visiting Hanover.  When it comes to Jamaican cuisine, he loves rice and peas with pork. Surprisingly, he listens to no music before a race and prefers to celebrate big wins with a vacation. This insight not only highlights Seville’s roots but also shows that his strength is deeply connected to his Jamaican heritage. However, his journey began at an early age, but faced setbacks in 2021.

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Missing the mark but still in the race Oblique  Seville’s turbocharged speed

At the Racers Grand Prix in Jamaica this year, Oblique Seville surged into global prominence. He outpaced reigning world champion Noah Lyles, marking a significant milestone in his career. In 2021, Seville took a major step forward in his career by competing in the Jamaican National Trials, aiming to qualify for the Tokyo Olympics. Although he finished just outside the top three in fourth place behind Tyquendo Tracey and former world champion Yohan Blake in the 100 meters, missing an individual spot. But his impressive performance secured him a place on Jamaica’s 4×100 meters relay team.

This year, Seville’s career gained momentum at the World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon, where he reached the final and finished fourth behind Fred Kerley. He mirrored this result at the 2023 World Championships, clocking 9.88 seconds in the 100m final, tying with Letsile Tebogo and Zharnel Hughes for second and third place.

Seville is known for his explosive start and quick acceleration. He has been running impressive times in the 100 meters, consistently finishing under 10 seconds, with a personal best of 9.81 seconds achieved in 2024 today on 4th August. This year, he stood out by winning the 100m semi-finals with a time of 9.81 seconds, beating Noah Lyles. Seville’s success shows his hard work and determination, showing he’s not just keeping up but leading the way.