Oblique Seville might have just been Jamaica’s best-kept secret! But, as they say, nothing remains a secret for long. This Olympic season, the buzz around Seville has been anything but quiet! Can you imagine putting triple-world champion Noah Lyles in the dust with a world-leading time? Seville did just that at the Racers Grand Prix in Jamaica. At a young age, Seville ain’t an ordinary sprinter; he’s a whirlwind of talent. And the world is catching wind of the same!

Seville’s rise has been a rather quick one, but electrifying nonetheless. From kicking-starting his career as a teenager at St. Thomas to being compared to Usain Bolt on Olympic tracks, his journey is the kind that will be remembered. But what makes him stand out? What’s the secret ingredient of the Oblique Seville potion?

What is Oblique Seville’s height, weight, and age?

Standing at 5 feet 7 inches, the 23-year-old Seville’s height is built for speed! He is also taller than both Noah Lyles at 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm) and Letsile Tebogo at 6 feet 0 inches (184 cm), giving him a serious advantage. But is that the only ingredient? No, of course not! He weighs about 137 pounds, which makes him light on his feet and faster on tracks. He’s in that sweet spot where youth meets experience. With his prime physique combined with his deadly dedication, he is a force to be reckoned with. As the athlete himself likes to say, “Not giving up requires a certain level of patience.” And quite obviously, not everyone has it!

What makes Seville a great track star?

Oblique Seville’s brilliance on the track isn’t all about raw speed! It is a blend of talent and smart training that brings envy to even the most seasoned players. A huge part of this successful training regimen is coach Glen Mills. Mills is a name familiar to all; he is the man who coached Usain Bolt to greatness. At 10, Seville told his mother he wanted to be coached by Bolt’s coach—and yes, he got his wish! Mills also believes that the only thing standing between Seville and a gold medal is his inexperience. However, Mills added, “He is getting stronger, we continue to work on technique, but in terms of where he is, I am quite pleased with his development so far.”

And why wouldn’t Mills be pleased? Especially after the iconic moment at the Racers Grand Prix, where Seville beat Noah Lyles with a jaw-dropping 9.82 seconds. He clocked his personal best and a world-leading time. As Bolt puts it, “I think these athletes represent our chances, but it is all about execution.” Seville’s execution is indeed improving and no doubt, it is rejuvenating Jamaica’s sprinting legacy!

His impressive track record plays a critical role in keeping Jamaica’s legacy alive! Seville caught attention globally at the 2023 World Championship, finishing fourth in the 100m race. Seville also has the feathers of four top-four finishes across the World Championships and Olympic Games to add to his crown. Despite facing financial struggles after his father’s passing in 2018, he did not falter in his athletics. He continued training and, in 2019, made a series of wins. He won the Boys and Girls Athletics Championships, the CARIFTA Games in the Cayman Islands, and silver at the Pan American U20 Championships in Costa Rica. Each race he ran has gone down in Jamaica’s sprinting history. And the world, along with his homeland, awaits his next miracle!