At just 17 years old, Quincy Wilson has already built a reputation for himself in global competitions. Wilson is undoubtedly one of the best and most promising young athletes who have ever won Olympic gold at such a young age. And his success is the living proof of his unwavering spirit and extraordinary talent.

Not just limited to the track, he is also continuing to break boundaries elsewhere. He is one of the youngest athletes to survive significant NIL contracts with big brands. And had firmly set his place in the world of sports with endorsements like New Balance. And adding to all this, he has also been a great competitor. That too against folks much older than him.

Wilson was asked in an interview with Citius Mag, about what he felt going up against the best in the world. Wilson responded, “If you know me as a competitor, I’m ready to compete against anybody. So I was just ready to compete regardless of what the circumstances were going to be and regardless of who was in the race. I was just ready to compete.” Wilson competed with some big names such as Vernon Norwood and Bryce Deadmon, among others. This just goes on to show the youngster’s skills.

Wilson further explained how he feels when he steps on the track; he said, “I didn’t even know who was in my heat; I didn’t know anything. I was just ready to go out there and compete. When they call my name, I’m ready to step on the track and step on the line.” He started the heat first, and that was a bit beneficial for him. How? Less pressure, as he knew that those who were going afterward were better and would manage.

Talking about the gold and his race in the relay, Wilson said, “My performance wasn’t the greatest that I could have given, but things happen; things go different ways. I’m super thankful for my teammates who got to stick around, which got them to the final so that I could get that gold medal.” Wilson started first and finished his part in 47.27 seconds. This was nearly a 3-sec gap from Letsile Tebogo, and then Vernon Norwood took up the relay forward.

Wilson continued his winning ways at the US Marine Corps Holiday Classic at the Armory. At the 28th December event, he not only set a world record but also made a new personal best. With the 600m short track event in 1:17:19, he continues to build up his personal bests and gather further accolades to his name.

Quincy Wilson is way ahead of his age

Quincy Wilson has achieved many other accolades as one of the youngest to win gold at the Olympics. Among other things, he holds both the indoor and outdoor U-18 400m world records to his name. With 44.66 seconds and 44.59 seconds respectively, this is just the tip of the iceberg for the youngster. It is evident that many more are soon to follow.

All of these records have resulted in him winning the USATF Youth Athlete of the Year. Isn’t this a big achievement? He posted on Instagram with the caption, “Grateful for a God who has been my strength, my guide, and my constant source of love. Every blessing, every challenge, every moment, it’s all been a part of His perfect plan for me. USATF Youth Athlete of the Year.” Don’t you think Quincy Wilson is shaping his career to its best?