Did Yohan Blake and Jamaican Girlfriend Break Up? Recent Announcement Confirms His Relationship Status

Published 04/20/2024, 5:43 AM EDT

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Despite a setback in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics men’s 100m semifinal heat against Australia’s Rohan Browning, Yohan Blake finds triumph in his love life. For at least the past few years, Yohan Blake has had a solid relationship with Laura Pearson, his beloved partner whom he used to showcase to the world proudly.

However, a recent announcement by a renowned anchor on X has sparked widespread speculation about his breakup with Laura Pearson. The news comes amidst swirling rumors regarding Blake’s romantic life, particularly his status with his long-time Jamaican girlfriend. This revelation is sure to offer a glimpse into the esteemed athlete’s personal life, capturing the interest of both fans and the media.

Track and Field Gazette recently shared an interview between the prominent anchor Simone Clarke and Jamaican Sprinter Yohan Blake, in which the latter gave hints on searching for a wife: “Meanwhile, the second fastest man of all-time, Yohan Blake, is looking for a wife.” In the video, the anchor Simone Clarke also states, “Yohan needs a woman who is good to him, who loves God, who loves family, who wants to support him in all he does.”

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This confirms that it’s all over with his long-time girlfriend, Laura Pearson, and Blake is now up for a new relationship. Adding to that, Clarke further stated, “who is not looking for stuff , Yeah he got stuff but he ain’t looking for stuff like he’s looking for real relationship. That starts here, like the one that his mom and dad had, and If you are that person, then this is your person”. When asked for confirmation, “Right, Yohan?” he nodded, affirming to all. After this video, it’s confirmed that he had moved on from his previous relationship. As much as it didn’t work out, it was a pretty memorable one.

Yohan Blake and Laura Pearson’s enduring love story

The Jamaican sprinter, Yohan Blake, talked about his relationship with Lauren Pearson to social media. The raven-haired beauty Laura Pearson shares Jamaican roots with her Olympic sprinter partner, further connecting them through their shared heritage. Yohan Blake wished her on her 25th birthday and posted on Instagram, “She gives me love, love, love, love, crazy love.” “Take away my troubles, take away my grief. Take away my heartaches in the night like a thief. Happy birthday baby girl Laura Pearson.” 

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In a heartwarming 2019 photo, Laura Pearson expressed her love for Yohan Blake on his birthday, describing him as the love of her life and the source of her happiness. The caption overflowed with affection: “Happy birthday to the love of my life.” The caption emphasizes how much Blake means to her and how he makes her feel like the happiest girl in the world.

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Despite their strong bond and loyalty, Yohan Blake and Lauren Pearson faced challenges in their relationship, leading to their eventual breakup. As of 2023, Yohan Blake is currently single and not dating anyone. While he was previously in a relationship with Lauren Pearson, the couple is no longer together. 

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Anchal Ahuja

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Anchal Ahuja is a senior Olympic Sports Correspondent at EssentiallySports. With over 5 years of experience in journalism, Anchal decided to pursue her love for sports and cover various pathways of the Olympics. She actively covers swimming, track and field, and gymnastics.
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Arnima Shukla