Jasmine Camacho-Quinn: Puerto Rican Track and Field Star
Early Life and Career
- Jasmine Camacho-Quinn was born on August 21, 1996, in Ladson, South Carolina.
- She began her track and field career at the College of Charleston.
- In 2016, she represented Puerto Rico at the Rio Olympics, finishing 13th in the 100-meter hurdles.
International Success
- In 2018, Camacho-Quinn won the gold medal in the 100-meter hurdles at the IAAF World U20 Championships.
- She made her first appearance at the World Championships in 2019, finishing fifth.
- In 2021, Camacho-Quinn won the silver medal at the World Athletics Championships in Doha.
Olympic Gold
- At the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, Camacho-Quinn shattered the Olympic record (12.26 seconds) in the 100-meter hurdles semi-finals.
- She went on to win the gold medal in the final, becoming the first Puerto Rican woman to win an Olympic medal in track and field.
- Camacho-Quinn's victory is a testament to her hard work, dedication, and talent.
Personal Bests
- 100-meter hurdles: 12.26 seconds (2021)
- 100-meter dash: 11.15 seconds (2019)
- 200-meter dash: 22.95 seconds (2018)
Legacy
- Jasmine Camacho-Quinn is one of the most promising track and field athletes in the world.
- Her Olympic gold medal has inspired a new generation of Puerto Rican athletes.
- She is a role model and an ambassador for her country.
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