Women's 4x400m Relay Final | World Athletics Championships London 2017

Summary

The Women’s 4x400 Meter Relay at the World Championships saw the USA dominate with a world-leading time of 3:19.02, securing gold. Alison Felix’s brilliant second leg gave the team a commanding lead, which Phyllis Francis held onto for the victory. Great Britain Northern Ireland finished strongly to take silver, while Poland earned bronze. Jamaica's chances were dashed by an injury on the second leg, diminishing their podium hopes. The race showcased impressive performances, with Felix and Francis delivering key splits, while the British team made a strong case for silver in a highly competitive final.

Takeaways

• 😀 The USA women’s 4x400 meter relay team dominated the final, securing gold with a world-leading time of 3:19.03.
• 😀 The USA's lineup, featuring athletes like Allison Felix, Quera Hayes, Shauna Wimbley, and Phyllis Francis, showcased incredible depth and talent.
• 😀 Allison Felix, with her remarkable second-leg performance (48.8 seconds), played a key role in the USA's victory.
• 😀 Jamaica, the defending champions, were hampered by an injury to McClin Willby on the second leg, which ultimately cost them the chance for gold.
• 😀 Great Britain earned silver with a strong performance, particularly from Ay Doyle and Emily Diamond on the final legs.
• 😀 Poland secured the bronze, despite a valiant effort, especially from their final runner, Justina Świątek.
• 😀 The American team’s performance was a clear example of their relay strength and depth, as three of their runners had broken the 50-second barrier in the individual 400 meters this year.
• 😀 Jamaica's injury setback on the second leg was a major turning point, which allowed Great Britain to take advantage and move into second place.
• 😀 The race featured a highly competitive field, including strong teams from Nigeria, Germany, and Botswana, but the USA’s dominance was undeniable.
• 😀 The USA now holds 10 gold medals, 10 silver medals, and 9 bronze medals in these World Championships, further solidifying their prowess in track and field.

Q & A

Which country won the women's 4x400 meter relay at the World Championships?

The USA won the women's 4x400 meter relay at the World Championships with a time of 3:19.02.

What was the key performance that helped the USA secure the gold medal?

Allison Felix's performance on the second leg, where she ran a 48.8-second split, was crucial in extending the USA’s lead and ensuring the gold medal.

How did Jamaica's team fare in the relay?

Jamaica's team faced a major setback when McClin Willby suffered an injury on the second leg, which eliminated their chance for a medal.

Which country took the silver medal in the women’s 4x400 meter relay?

Great Britain Northern Ireland took the silver medal in the relay, with strong performances from Aiy Doyle and Emily Diamond.

Who ran the final leg for the USA team, and what was their split time?

Phyllis Francis ran the final leg for the USA team and finished with a split time of 50.1 seconds, bringing them home for gold.

What was the bronze medal-winning team in the women’s 4x400 meter relay?

Poland won the bronze medal in the women’s 4x400 meter relay, finishing strongly despite a late push from other teams.

What were the notable splits for the USA team during the race?

The splits for the USA team were 50.5 seconds for Hayes, 48.8 seconds for Felix, 49.6 seconds for Wimbley, and 50.1 seconds for Phyllis Francis.

How did Great Britain’s team perform in the race?

Great Britain’s team performed admirably, with Aiy Doyle running a strong second leg and Emily Diamond finishing the race with an impressive final leg, securing silver.

What was the main challenge faced by the Jamaican team in this relay?

The main challenge faced by the Jamaican team was the injury to McClin Willby, which hindered their performance and effectively ended their chance at a medal.

What impact did Allison Felix’s performance on the second leg have on the USA’s chances?

Allison Felix’s performance on the second leg was pivotal in increasing the USA’s lead, putting them in a dominant position to secure the gold medal.