LIMA, Peru—August 27, 2024—Jamaica’s mixed 4x400m relay team has secured a spot in the finals at the World Athletics Under-20 Championships, held at the chilly Estadio Atlético de la Videna in Lima, Peru. The team, which consists of Demarco Bennett, Nastassia Fletcher, Marchino Rose, and Alliah Baker, clocked in a strong 3:24.77 to finish second in their heat. This performance guaranteed them an automatic berth in the finals, set for 7:05 PM.
The Jamaican team performed admirably in the qualifier, trailing just behind Germany, who led the heat with a time of 3:24.10. Despite the challenging conditions, including the cold weather, the team managed to pull through with a commendable effort.
David Riley, the Technical Leader for the Jamaican team, hinted at the possibility of making changes to the lineup for the finals. Riley stated that the final decision regarding any changes would be made closer to the race time.
Alliah Baker, who anchored the relay team, and Demarco Bennett, who ran the opening leg, both shared their confidence in the team’s potential to perform even better in the finals.
Baker’s Insights:
“From my perspective, I felt comfortable,” Baker said. “I think we can do well in the final; hopefully, we can bring our ‘A’ game and go out and do even better.” Despite her optimism, Baker also expressed her belief in the current team’s composition: “I think we are a good team, and I don’t see any need for changes.”
Bennett’s Comments:
Bennett added, “We got off to a good start and got accustomed to the conditions, so we can go back out and do better.”
With their sights set on delivering an even more impressive performance, Jamaica’s mixed 4x400m relay team is poised for an exciting run in the finals. Track enthusiasts and supporters will eagerly watch as the team aims to outshine their preliminary round and compete for a podium finish.
