Saint Lucia’s participation in the Paris Olympics has made history, with Julien Alfred securing two medals for the her country, marking an unprecedented achievement on the global stage.
On Saturday, Alfred clinched the gold medal in the Women’s 100m race, a monumental victory that brought pride and jubilation to the island. Her performance in the 100m was nothing short of spectacular, as she outpaced her competitors to stand atop the Olympic podium.
Then, on Tuesday, Alfred continued her remarkable run by earning a silver medal in the Women’s 200m race. She crossed the finish line with a time of 22.08, just behind the USA’s Gabrielle Thomas, who secured gold with a time of 21.83 seconds. Although Alfred was narrowly denied a second gold medal, her silver finish solidified her status as one of the top athletes in the world and ensured Saint Lucia’s most successful Olympic showing to date.
Saint Lucia will leave the Paris Olympics with both a gold and a silver medal, a historic feat that has filled citizens with immense pride. The excitement and joy were palpable at a watch party held at Derek Walcott Square, where fans gathered to support Alfred. While there was some disappointment at missing out on a second gold, the overwhelming sentiment was one of admiration and gratitude for Alfred’s extraordinary efforts.
