Canadian Relay Teams sprint to World Championships Qualification
GUANGZHOU, China – Canada’s men’s and women’s 4×100-meter relay teams have secured their spots at the 2025 World athletics Championships in Tokyo. Both teams achieved the feat with strong performances at the World Athletics Relays held Saturday in Guangzhou.
De Grasse Anchors Men’s Team to Tokyo
The men’s team, featuring Andre De Grasse, Aaron brown, Brendon Rodney, and Jerome Blake, finished second in their heat with a time of 38.15 seconds. Japan took first place at 37.84 seconds. This placement guaranteed them a spot in Sunday’s final and, more importantly, secured their qualification for the world championships.
“We handled business,” Brown said. “The first order of business… was to qualify for tokyo. So we checked that box off.”
De Grasse delivered a crucial anchor leg, holding off Australia and the Netherlands to clinch second place.
“We ran a bit shaky, everyone kind of felt a little bit flat,” Brown noted, adding, “But it’s the first round, and if Paris tells us anything, we make magic in the finals…We adjust, we watch the tapes and see what we did wrong, and clean up for the finals and get ready to put on a show.”
Women’s Team Joins the Men With Stellar performance
The Canadian women’s 4x100m team mirrored the men’s success, also punching their ticket to Tokyo. Sade McCreath,Marie-Éloise Leclair,Catherine Léger,and Audrey leduc will represent Canada at the World Championships.
Canadian Relay Teams Surge to World Championships and Finals at World Athletics Relays
Canadian relay teams delivered strong performances at the 2025 World Athletics Relays, securing spots in the World Championships and advancing to the finals in multiple events.
Women’s 4x100m Team Qualifies for World Championships and Finals
The women’s 4x100m team, composed of Sade McCreath, Marie-Eloise Leclair, Catherine Leger, and Audrey Leduc, finished second in their heat with a time of 43.11 seconds. Leduc anchored the team, overtaking Italian and Dutch runners to clinch automatic qualification for both the World Championships and the finals. “It’s a relief,” Leduc said, highlighting the excitement of securing a spot in the championships on their first attempt.
Women’s 4x400m Relay Team Advances to Finals, Secures World Championships Spot
The Canadian women’s 4x400m team, consisting of Jasneet Nijjar, Zoe sherar, Lauren Gale, and Madeline Price, also secured their place at the World Championships. Despite finishing fourth in their heat, their time of 3:37.28 was sufficient to qualify for the finals.
Mixed 4x100m Team Dominates Heats, Advances to finals
In the mixed 4x100m relay, a newer event, the Canadian team of Gabrielle Cole, Jacqueline Madogo, Duan Asemota, and Eliezer Adjibi posted the fastest time across all heats, finishing in 40.90 seconds to secure their spot in the final. While this event is not part of the upcoming World Championships, Asemota emphasized the team’s determination to perform well at the World Relays and “make Canada proud.”
Canada’s Mixed Relay Team Dominates, Qualifies for World Relays Finals
Canada’s mixed 4x100m relay team secured a spot in the World Athletics Relays finals with a stunning performance, setting the fastest time in their heat.However, not all Canadian teams achieved automatic qualification, requiring them to compete in Sunday’s repechage heats for a chance to advance.
Mixed Relay Team Shines in Guangzhou
The Canadian mixed 4x100m team, composed of Gabrielle Cole, Jacquelline madogo, Duan Asemoto, and Eliezer Adjibi, showcased exceptional speed and teamwork in Guangzhou, China. Their victory in the heat guarantees their participation in the finals.
Other Teams face Second-Chance Races
The mixed 4x400m team, featuring Austin Cole, Alyssa Marsh, Nathan George, and Dianna Proctor, will need to compete in a repechage heat after finishing last in their initial race with a time of 3:22.37. To secure a place in Tokyo, they must finish in the top two of their heat on Sunday.
Sunday’s Schedule of Events (All Times Eastern)
- Mixed 4x100m Final – 7:05 a.m. ET
- Mixed 4x400m Repechage – 7:13 a.m. ET
- Women’s 4x400m Repechage – 7:34 a.m. ET
- Men’s 4x400m Repechage – 7:56 a.m. ET
- Women’s 4x100m Repechage – 8:16 a.m. ET
- Men’s 4x100m Repechage – 8:32 a.m.ET
- Mixed 4x400m Final – 9:03 a.m. ET
- Women’s 4x100m Final – 9:16 a.m. ET
- Men’s 4x100m Final – 9:26 a.m. ET
- women’s 4x400m Final – 9:36 a.m. ET
- Men’s 4x400m Final – 9:49 a.m.ET
Canada Finalizes Relay Teams for Major International Competition
Canada has announced its relay teams for an upcoming major international athletics competition, featuring a mix of seasoned athletes and rising stars. The team includes athletes competing in the men’s and women’s 4x100m, mixed 4x100m, women’s 4x400m and mixed 4x400m relays.
Men’s 4x100m and Mixed 4x100m Relay Teams
The canadian team boasts a strong contingent for the men’s and mixed 4x100m relays, including Duan Asemota (Ajax, ont.), Eliezer Adjibi (Ottawa), Jerome Blake (Kelowna, B.C.), Malachi Murray (Edmonton), and Norris Spike (Brampton, Ont.).
Women’s 4x100m and Mixed 4x100m Relay Teams
Canada’s women’s 4x100m and mixed 4x100m relay teams includes Audrey Leduc (laval, Que.), Catherine Leger (Montreal), Donna Ntambue (Montreal), Gabrielle Cole (Ajax, Ont.), Jacqueline Madogo (Guelph, ont.), Marie-Éloïse Leclair (Candiac, Que.), and Sade McCreath (Ajax, Ont.). This blend of experience and emerging talent aims to deliver a strong performance in the competition.
Mixed 4x400m Relay Team
Austin Cole (Sherwood park,Alta.), Christopher Morales Williams (Maple, Ont.), and Nathan George (Vancouver) have been selected for the Mixed 4x400m Relay Team
Women’s 4x400m and Mixed 4x400m Relay Teams
alyssa Marsh (Whitby, Ont.) and Dianna Proctor (Edmonton) will compete in the Women’s 4x400m, and Mixed 4x400m Relay Teams giving a great range of athletes competing in various events.
Canada Announces Track and Field Team for Paris Olympics
Canada has officially named its track and field athletes who will represent the nation at the upcoming Paris Olympics. The team features a mix of seasoned veterans and promising newcomers, all set to compete against the world’s best.
Key Athletes and Events
The Canadian team includes athletes competing in a range of events, from sprints and hurdles to middle-distance races and relays.Here’s a breakdown of some of the key athletes and their respective events:
Sprinters and Hurdlers
- Aaron Brown (toronto): Men’s 100m, 200m, 4x100m
- Andre De Grasse (Markham, Ont.): Men’s 100m, 200m, 4x100m
- Brendon Rodney (Brampton, Ont.): Men’s 200m, 4x100m
- Jerome Blake (Burnaby, B.C.): Men’s 4x100m
- Marvin bracy-Williams Jr. (Orlando, Fla.): Men’s 4x100m
- Regan Yee (South Hazelton, B.C.): Women’s 3000m Steeplechase
- Ramone English* (Edmonton): Men’s 4x100m (Reserve)
Middle-Distance Runners
- Aurora Rynda (Toronto): Women’s 800m
- John Gay (Vancouver): Men’s 3000m steeplechase
- Charles Philibert-Thiboutot (Quebec City): Men’s 1500m
- lucia Stafford (Toronto): Women’s 1500m
- Marco Arop (Edmonton): Men’s 800m
- Ethan Katzberg (Nanaimo, B.C.): Men’s Hammer Throw
- Sarah Mitton (Brooklyn, N.S.): Women’s Shot Put
Relay Teams
Canada is also fielding strong relay teams, with athletes specializing in the 4x100m and 4x400m events.
- Women’s 4x400m, Mixed 4x400m: Kyra Constantine (Brampton, Ont.), Lauren Gale (Ottawa), Madeline Price (Toronto), Micha Powell (Montreal), Zoe Sherar (Toronto), Jasneet Nijjar (Surrey, B.C.).
Team Roster
Here is a comprehensive list of the athletes representing Canada in track and field at the paris Olympics:
| Athlete | event(s) | hometown |
|---|---|---|
| Aaron brown | Men’s 100m, 200m, 4x100m | Toronto |
| Andre De Grasse | Men’s 100m, 200m, 4x100m | Markham, Ont. |
| Aurora Rynda | Women’s 800m | Toronto |
| Brendon Rodney | Men’s 200m, 4x100m | brampton, Ont. |
| Charles Philibert-Thiboutot | Men’s 1500m | Quebec City |
| Ethan Katzberg | Men’s Hammer Throw | Nanaimo, B.C. |
| Jerome blake | Men’s 4x100m | Burnaby, B.C. |
| John Gay | Men’s 3000m Steeplechase | Vancouver |
| Lucia Stafford | Women’s 1500m | Toronto |
| Marco Arop | Men’s 800m | Edmonton |
| Marvin Bracy-Williams Jr. | Men’s 4x100m | orlando, Fla. |
| Regan Yee | Women’s 3000m Steeplechase | South Hazelton, B.C. |
| sarah Mitton | Women’s Shot Put | Brooklyn, N.S. |
| Jasneet nijjar | Women’s 4x400m, Mixed 4x400m | Surrey, B.C. |
| Kyra Constantine | Women’s 4x400m, Mixed 4x400m | Brampton, Ont. |
| Lauren Gale | women’s 4x400m, Mixed 4x400m | ottawa |
| Madeline Price | Women’s 4x400m, Mixed 4x400m | toronto |
| Micha powell | Women’s 4x400m, Mixed 4x400m | Montreal |
| Zoe Sherar | Women’s 4x400m, Mixed 4x400m | Toronto |
| Ramone English* | Men’s 4x100m | Edmonton |
*Reserve
Canadian Relay Teams: Your Q&A Guide to the Road to Tokyo & Paris
Get the inside scoop on Canada’s relay teams as they sprint towards glory! hear’s a breakdown answering your burning questions:
Q&A
- Q: Which Canadian relay teams have qualified for the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo?
- A: Both the men’s and women’s 4x100m relay teams have secured their spots!
- Q: Who are the key athletes on the men’s 4x100m team?
- A: The team features Andre De Grasse, Aaron Brown, Brendon Rodney, and Jerome Blake.
- Q: How did the women’s 4x100m team qualify?
- A: They finished second in their heat, with Audrey Leduc anchoring the team to secure their qualification. The team is composed of Sade McCreath, Marie-Éloise Leclair, Catherine Léger, and Audrey leduc
- Q: What are the teams competing in for the Paris Olympics?
- A: The teams competing in the Paris Olympics are: Men’s 4x100m, Women’s 4x100m, Women’s 4x400m, and Mixed 4x400m
- Q: Who are some of the key athletes competing in the Paris Olympics and in what events?
- A: The team includes: Aaron Brown (Men’s 100m, 200m, 4x100m), Andre De Grasse (Men’s 100m, 200m, 4x100m), Brendon Rodney (men’s 200m, 4x100m), and more!
- Q: What about the mixed 4x100m relay?
- A: The mixed 4x100m team (Gabrielle Cole, Jacqueline Madogo, Duan Asemota, and Eliezer Adjibi) had the fastest time in their heats at the World Athletics Relays.
- Q: What is the schedule for the World Athletics Relays finals?
- A: The finals are scheduled for Sunday. Check the article for the full schedule.
- Q: Did all Canadian teams automatically qualify for finals?
- A: No,some teams,like the mixed 4x400m team,will need to compete in the repechage to earn their spot.
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