American sprint legend Michael Johnson has shared his thoughts on Quincy Wilson’s running form, following criticism for the track prodigy.
American sprint legend Michael Johnson, widely regarded as one of the greatest 400m runners of all time, recently shared his thoughts on rising track star Quincy Wilson’s running technique.
Wilson, the teenage prodigy who made headlines last year by breaking multiple World U18 records and winning Olympic gold in the 4x400m relay, has faced scrutiny for his ‘unorthodox’ form.
This comes especially after his latest performance at the New Balance Nationals Indoors.
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Wilson has quickly established himself as one of the most promising young athletes in track and field.
At just 17 years old, he has already set multiple World U18 records in the 400m and was a crucial part of Team USA’s gold-medal-winning 4x400m relay team at the Paris Olympics.
His latest outing at the New Balance Nationals Indoors only reinforced his dominance.
At the competition, Wilson secured his third consecutive 400m title, further proving that he is a force to be reckoned with in the event.
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Additionally, he anchored his Bullis team to victory in the 4x400m relay, showcasing both his speed and competitive spirit.
However, it was during this relay race that fans and analysts began debating his running form.
Wilson’s low and outward arm swing has been a topic of discussion among track and field enthusiasts, with some questioning whether it might hinder his long-term potential.
Recently, Michael Johnson weighed in on the matter, offering his expert analysis on social media platform X (formerly Twitter).
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Johnson, a four-time Olympic gold medallist known for his own unorthodox, upright running style, emphasized that while Wilson’s technique might lead to premature fatigue, it is not an urgent issue.
“Two things about unorthodox form. 1) Should it be corrected? His low and outward arm swing will cause fatigue earlier than necessary, so yes. 2) When to correct? Age, current results, and difficulty of the change all should factor. He’s young and already fast. Plenty of time!” wrote Johnson.
Given Wilson’s age and current success, Johnson believes there is still plenty of time to refine his form without compromising his natural speed.
With his continued dominance in the 400m and valuable insights from legends like Michael Johnson, Wilson is undoubtedly on an upward trajectory.
As he matures and gains more experience, adjustments to his technique could further enhance his performance, making him an even more formidable competitor on the world stage.
For now, Wilson remains one of the most electrifying young athletes in track and field, and all eyes will be on him as he continues to chase records and titles in the years to come.
