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Jamaica’s junior track and field squad stunned the World Under-20 Championships with eight medals—two gold, three silver, three bronze—finishing fourth overall and third in points. Shanoya Douglas led the charge with three medals, including gold in the 4x100 relay and silvers in the 100m and 200m. Team captain Keith Wellington praised their grit, especially after a grueling season that included balancing academics. Standout Michael Andre Edwards delivered a jaw-dropping triple jump win, smashing his personal best and setting a new U20 world mark at 17.08m—with a clutch comeback on his second-to-last jump. The team also shattered national records in two debut mixed relays and saw ten athletes hit personal bests, some multiple times. Wellington called it a testament to their resilience and elite talent.

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