The U.S. women’s 4×100-meter relay team shone brightly at the Olympics, capturing the gold medal with a time of 41.01 seconds.
The victorious team, featuring Tianna Bartoletta, Allyson Felix, English Gardner, and Tori Bowie, executed flawless baton exchanges and demonstrated exceptional speed to secure their second consecutive gold in this event.
Allyson Felix’s fifth Olympic gold further cemented her status as the most decorated woman in track and field history. “The journey to this point has been tumultuous,” Bartoletta remarked. “It’s special.”
Great Britain earned silver with a time of 41.85 seconds, while Germany secured bronze with a time of 41.97 seconds. Despite challenging weather conditions and relay exchanges, both teams delivered commendable performances.
This gold medal win highlights the U.S. women’s dominance in the relay, following a dramatic relay success in Tokyo and a memorable gold in Rio. Their achievement not only adds to their storied legacy but also serves as a significant milestone in Olympic track and field.
