Sprint star Gout Gout’s under-20 200m world record formally ratified
World Athletics has officially ratified Gout Gout's under-20 200m world record of 19.67 seconds, set in April. The decision puts an end to skepticism regarding the validity of the performance and the wind conditions during the race.
Why it matters
Formal ratification confirms the legitimacy of a major athletic milestone and settles debates within the international sports community.
Gout Gout’s under-20 200m record of 19.67s has been ratified by World Athletics. Photograph: Joel Marklund/BILDBYRÅN/Shutterstock View image in fullscreen Gout Gout’s under-20 200m record of 19.67s has been ratified by World Athletics. Photograph: Joel Marklund/BILDBYRÅN/Shutterstock Gout Gout Sprint star Gout Gout’s under-20 200m world record formally ratified Some scepticism had surrounded Australian’s record
The article reports on an official administrative decision by a governing body.
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