United States Wins Men’s 4x100m Relay at World Athletics Relays Guangzhou 2026

Guangzhou hosted the men’s 4×100 metres relay final at the World Athletics Relays on April 25, 2026, where the United States team secured victory in a closely contested race.

The American squad, composed of Christian Coleman, Fred Kerley, Noah Lyles, and Kenny Bednarek, crossed the finish line in 37.84 seconds, edging out Jamaica by just 0.06 seconds.

Jamaica’s team, featuring Yohan Blake, Oblique Seville, Ryiem Forde, and Rohan Watson, recorded a time of 37.90 seconds to claim second place. Canada finished third with a time of 38.12 seconds, completing the podium in a race marked by smooth baton exchanges and strong anchor legs from all three finalist teams.

The United States’ victory continued their recent dominance in the men’s 4x100m relay, adding to their gold medal from the 2023 World Championships in Budapest. The winning time of 37.84 seconds was the fastest recorded at the 2026 World Athletics Relays and placed among the top seasonal performances globally.

Key Takeaways

• The United States won the men’s 4x100m relay final at the 2026 World Athletics Relays in Guangzhou with a time of 37.84 seconds.
• Jamaica took silver in 37.90 seconds, while Canada secured bronze in 38.12 seconds.
• The winning U.S. Team consisted of Christian Coleman, Fred Kerley, Noah Lyles, and Kenny Bednarek.
• The victory added to the United States’ gold medal from the 2023 World Championships in Budapest.

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where did the men’s 4x100m relay final take place?

The men’s 4x100m relay final was held on April 25, 2026, in Guangzhou, China, as part of the World Athletics Relays Guangzhou 25.

Who were the members of the winning United States relay team?

The U.S. Team was composed of Christian Coleman, Fred Kerley, Noah Lyles, and Kenny Bednarek.

What was the winning time and how did it compare to other teams?

The United States won in 37.84 seconds, beating Jamaica (37.90 seconds) by 0.06 seconds and Canada (38.12 seconds) by 0.28 seconds.

Did this victory contribute to the United States’ recent success in the 4x100m relay?

Yes, the win continued the United States’ dominance in the event, following their gold medal at the 2023 World Championships in Budapest.