“To be honest, I can totally talk about myself right now.” Quincy Wilson said last year when asked about doubters. He didn’t care then. He doesn’t care now. Fast forward to 2025, and the skepticism only grew. His form, his speed, and every move were dissected. But Wilson? He didn’t argue. He didn’t respond. He stormed through the New Balance Indoors, clocking 45.71 seconds in the 400m, the second-fastest high school time ever. A day later, he anchored Bullis High to a national record in the 4x400m with a 45.94 split. Now, Wilson has penned an emotional message. And this time, everyone is listening!

Quincy Wilson had a weekend to remember at the New Balance Indoor Championships. At just 17, the Olympic champion shattered records once again, running an astonishing 45.71 seconds in the 400m final, breaking his meet record from last year (45.76). His Instagram reel today captured it all from recovery, training, a dominant win over Andrew Salvodon, and a triumphant moment holding the New Balance banner. One phrase stood out—“Records are meant to be broken.” And Quincy did just that. His caption? “Grateful for every moment and deeply thankful for all the love and support this weekend at NBIN #Run4Ray #3Peat.”

Quincy Wilson just made it three in a row. The 17-year-old sprint sensation clinched his third straight indoor 400m title in 2025, following wins in 2023 and 2024. In 2023, Quincy announced himself on the big stage, winning the indoor 400m title as a freshman with a time of 46.67 seconds. Jacob Andrews (47.11) and Shamar Heard (47.62) followed, but Quincy’s dominance was just beginning.

By 2024, he had taken things to another level, shattering the meet record with a blistering 45.76 seconds. Jayvian Greene (47.21) and Jaden Marchan (47.41) rounded out the podium. But while the world watched his dominance unfold, not everyone was convinced. Some critics questioned his running style, while some questioned his form. Quincy, unfazed, let his times do the talking. His coach, however, had a sharp response!

Quincy Wilson’s coach sends message to critics after teen sprinter’s streak

Doubt Quincy Wilson? Think again. The rising star faced scrutiny after his 46.13-second finish at the USATF Indoors. Even his own coach, Joe Lee, hesitated. “He was talking about he wasn’t putting me in the race,” Wilson admitted. But the teen refused to be sidelined. “I had to prove to him at practice. I said, ‘Coach, just please let me run. I’ve been working hard for it.’”  Lee relented. The result? Wilson made history. At the New Balance Nationals, he didn’t just win but shattered two national records. A dominant 400m, an electric relay split. The skeptics? Silenced. Lee’s response was short but powerful. A single Instagram post: “Never underestimate the heart of a CHAMPION.”

Wilson’s resurgence had started weeks earlier. After a rare loss at the VA Showcase. Wilson pushed hard, but Andrew Salvodon was untouchable. Salvodon blazed to a 500m U.S. high school record of 1:00.49, leaving Wilson’s 1:02.49 in the rearview. Then Wilson arrived at the New Balance Grand Prix determined. Against Will Sumner and Jereem Richards, he executed a patient race. Through 200 m, he held back. Then, he attacked, and the rest was history when the clock read 45.66, which was a new U.S. high school and world U18 indoor record.

Three weeks later, he stepped onto the track at the USA Indoor Championships. The best in the country. Heavy traffic. A brutal fight to the line. Wilson battled to fifth in 46.13. No record, but lessons learned. Beyond the times, his presence is growing. After his race, he was seen walking alongside Olympic medalist Vernon Norwood. A subtle nod to the company he’s keeping!