Zharnel Hughes is a British sprinter who specializes in the 100m and 200m events. Here are the key details about his career and achievements:
Early Life and Youth Career
- Born on July 13, 1995 in The Valley, Anguilla (British Overseas Territory)
- Began competing for Anguilla at a young age, winning medals at CARIFTA Games, Central American and Caribbean Junior Championships, and Pan American Junior Championships
- Held Anguillian national records in 100m and 200m as a youth athlete
Zharnel Hughes Biography
Transfer of Allegiance to Great Britain
- In 2015, Hughes confirmed he would represent Great Britain in World Athletics events and Olympics, as Anguilla is not recognized by the IOC
- The move drew mixed reactions, with some British athletes unhappy about non-British-born athletes joining the team
Senior Career Highlights
- 2015 World Championships: 5th in 200m (20.02s)
- 2018 Commonwealth Games: Gold in 4x100m relay for England, disqualified in 200m final
- 2018 European Championships: Gold in 100m (9.95s) and 4x100m relay
- 2019 World Championships: Silver in 4x100m relay
- 2022 European Championships: Gold in 200m (20.07s) and 4x100m relay, Silver in 100m (9.99s)
- 2022 World Championships: Bronze in 4x100m relay
- 2023 World Championships: Bronze in 100m (9.88s), 4th in 200m and 4x100m relay
British Records
- Broke Linford Christie's British 100m record with 9.83s in June 2023
- Set a new British 200m record of 19.73s at the London Diamond League in July 2023
Hughes has established himself as one of the top sprinters in the world, winning multiple major championships medals for Great Britain and England. His recent record-breaking performances have cemented his status as a British sprint legend.
Zharnel Hughes
