British sprinter Louie Hinchliffe made headlines on June 7, 2024, at the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships by winning the men’s 100m dash with a personal best time of 9.95 seconds. Hinchliffe’s sub-10-second performance was a testament to his speed and training, placing him ahead of Nigeria’s Favour Ashe (9.99 seconds) and fellow Nigerian Kanyinsola Ajayi (10.01 seconds).
This remarkable feat not only earned Hinchliffe the gold medal but also established him as one of the fastest sprinters in collegiate history. His victory at the championships underscored the intense competition and high standards of collegiate athletics.