Saturday, December 14, 2024

USA disqualified from men’s 4×100 relay

SAINT-DENIS, France — The Olympic medal drought continues for the U.S. men’s 4×100 relay, which was disqualified after crossing the finish line in seventh place on Friday.

Canada finished first in 37.50 seconds, followed by South Africa in 37.57 seconds and Great Britain in 37.61 seconds to claim the bronze medal.

Torn by failed exchanges at previous Olympics, Team USA allowed the problem to rear its ugly head again in Paris.

Christian Coleman, Kenny Betnarek, Kyrie King and Fred Kerley – The team – alternated between Coleman and Betnarek. The exchange was delayed and Bednarek had to come to an almost complete stop to accept the baton. By the time he got to it, the American team was out of position.

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