Kishane Thompson recently kicked of his season with an electrifying showing in the 60m, but where does his time rank among Jamaica’s fastest men over the distance?
Olympic 100m silver medallist Kishane Thompson opened his 2025 athletics season in emphatic style, clocking a stunning 6.48 seconds in the men’s 60m at the Central Hurdles, Relays, and Field Events Meet in Kingston, Jamaica.
The performance not only secured him the win but also etched his name into Jamaica’s top five all-time performances over the distance.
Thompson edged Nishion Ebanks, who clocked a respectable 6.54 seconds to finish second, in a race that underscored Thompson’s readiness to dominate the sprint scene this season.
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Thompson’s 6.48 seconds replaces Michael Green’s 6.49, a record set in 1997, and Nesta Carter’s identical mark from 2012. This historic time now ranks Thompson as the fifth-fastest Jamaican in the 60m, joining an elite club of sprinters who have excelled in the short sprint indoors.
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Pulse Sports takes a detailed look at Jamaica’s top five fastest athletes in the 60m event.
5. Kishane Thompson – 6.48
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Kishane Thompson opens 2025 season
GC Foster College, Kingston (Jamaica), 13 January 2025
Thompson’s brilliant start to the season builds on his reputation as one of the world’s premier sprinters. The world’s fastest 100m runner of 2024, with an astonishing 9.77 seconds, Thompson is expected to make significant strides in both the 60m and 100m events this year. His debut indoor season promises to be a thrilling showcase of his raw speed and talent.
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4. Lerone Clarke – 6.47
National Indoor Arena, Birmingham (Great Britain), 18 February 2012
Lerone Clarke’s explosive 6.47 seconds remains a benchmark for Jamaican sprinters. The 2012 performance highlighted his prowess in the sprints, setting the stage for future Jamaican dominance.
3. Yohan Blake – 6.45
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National Stadium, Kingston (Jamaica), 25 February 2023
Blake, known as “The Beast,” produced one of the fastest 60m times on Jamaican soil. His 6.45 seconds showcased his legendary acceleration, making him a force to reckon with even in shorter races.
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2. Asafa Powell – 6.44
Oregon Convention Center, Portland, OR (USA), 18 March 2016
Powell, a former 100m world record holder, clocked 6.44 seconds in Portland, Oregon. Known for his incredible starts, Powell’s time reflects his dominance during his prime.
1. Ackeem Blake – 6.42
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Ackeem Blake
National Stadium, Kingston (Jamaica), 25 February 2023
Ackeem Blake holds the title of Jamaica’s fastest 60m sprinter, with his 6.42 seconds performance in 2023. The young sprinter continues to be a key contender in Jamaican sprinting, raising the bar for the competition.
What’s next for Thompson?
With his stellar season debut, Thompson is set to compete in a series of indoor meets, where he will test his speed against the best in the world. He is expected to make his indoor debut at the Astana Indoor Meet for Amin Tuyakov Prizes, the first World Athletics Indoor Tour Gold meeting of 2025, on 25 January.
If his performance in Kingston is any indication, he could challenge for even faster times and further cement his status as one of Jamaica’s premier sprinters. All eyes will be on the Olympic silver medallist as he embarks on what promises to be another remarkable season.
