Zharnel Hughes emphasized that making premature predictions about the promising young athlete, Gout Gout, is unwarranted as he has not yet faced the top competitors globally. The 17-year-old Australian sprinter has shown remarkable speed for his age, surpassing Usain Bolt’s achievements at a similar stage. Despite a mixed start in senior races, including a defeat in his debut 100m race and a record-breaking performance in the 200m event, Gout’s true potential remains to be fully tested in high-pressure competitions according to Hughes.
Hughes, the British record holder in both the 100m and 200m events, acknowledged Gout’s talent but stressed the importance of competing against top-level athletes to truly assess his capabilities. He expressed interest in racing against Gout in the future, highlighting the need for facing stronger competition to gauge one’s true abilities.
Regarding a potential matchup with Gout, Hughes emphasized his focus on executing his own race rather than solely aiming to outperform the young sprinter. He acknowledged the rising talent among younger athletes and the need to deliver one’s best performance on the day of competition.
In other news, Sky has announced a significant price reduction for its Essential TV and Sky Sports bundle ahead of the upcoming season, offering substantial savings and an increased number of live matches across various leagues. The broadcasting network will showcase a minimum of 215 live Premier League games in the upcoming season, representing a substantial increase in coverage compared to previous seasons.