Briana Nichole Williams, born on March 21, 2002, is a promising young American-born sprinter who has chosen to represent Jamaica on the international stage.1 Despite her young age, she has already made a significant impact on the world of track and field, particularly in the 100 meters and 200 meters events.2
Early Success and Records
Williams's talent was evident early on. In 2018, at just 16 years old, she achieved a remarkable feat by winning both the 100 meters and 200 meters titles at the World Under-20 Championships in Tampere, Finland.3 This made her the youngest athlete to ever win both events at this level.
She also holds the girls' 100 meters age-15 world record with a time of 11.13 seconds, set in March 2018.4 Additionally, she is the Jamaican under-18 and under-20 record holder in the women's 200 meters, and was previously the under-18 and under-20 record holder in the women's 100 meters.5
International Recognition
Williams's achievements have not gone unnoticed. In 2018, she earned the prestigious Austin Sealy award at the CARIFTA Games for her outstanding performances in the 100 meters, 200 meters, and 4x100 meters relay.6 She was the first Jamaican athlete to win this award two years in a row since Usain Bolt in 2004.7
Her exceptional talent also led to nominations for the IAAF Female Rising Star and the Laureus Breakthrough of the Year awards in 2018.8
A Bright Future
As Briana Williams continues to mature and gain experience, she is poised to become a major force in international track and field. With her incredible speed, dedication, and the support of the Jamaican track and field program, she has the potential to achieve even greater heights in the years to come.
We can expect to see her competing at the highest level, representing Jamaica with pride and striving for Olympic glory.
