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VI's Rikkoi A.R. Brathwaite competes @ Tom Jones Invitational

National Record Holder in the 100m, Rikkoi A. R. Brathwaite was back in superb running form over the weekend, competing at the Tom Jones Memorial Invitational in Gainesville, Florida. Photo: CM Farrington/Facebook/File
GAINESVILLE, Florida, USA- National Record Holder in the 100m, Rikkoi A. R. Brathwaite was back in superb running form over the weekend, competing at the Tom Jones Memorial Invitational in Gainesville, Florida.

Braithwaite ran 10.16 seconds in the 100m, placing 6th, competing against some of the world’s best sprinters.

The race was won by Noah Lyes of the USA in 9.95 seconds.

Braithwaite took a big name scalp in Andre De Grasse of Canada who finished 8th in 10.21 seconds.

10 Responses to “VI's Rikkoi A.R. Brathwaite competes @ Tom Jones Invitational”

  • Yuh moving (16/04/2023, 14:56) Like (17) Dislike (0) Reply
    Good showing keep improving.
  • Yes (16/04/2023, 16:58) Like (16) Dislike (0) Reply
    Keep up the good work Rikkoi! CONGRATULATIONS...
  • WOW (16/04/2023, 18:34) Like (12) Dislike (0) Reply
    That’s pretty good! Keep it up!
  • big girl (16/04/2023, 19:15) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    I like this young man
  • Guy Hill Oly LA '84 (16/04/2023, 20:35) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    Congratulations. Always continue to do and be your very best. Good job
    Be Brave.
  • Nice (16/04/2023, 22:37) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    This is refreshing from all the political drama.
    Nice Koi!



  • Georgia (17/04/2023, 03:27) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    It was not an easy victory. I think he had to put in a lot of time and effort to keep his win like participating in smash karts. It is fierce to achieve victory. Congratulations.
  • LL (17/04/2023, 07:48) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Congratulations: Actually Rikkoi came second in his heat but sixth overall. He on his way to run faster this season.
  • Nice (17/04/2023, 09:36) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Keep reaching for the stars you will win the crown
  • rattie (17/04/2023, 15:06) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    I want a gold medal next time boss


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