Olympic silver medallist Kishane Thompson has been officially added to the men’s 100 metre field for the historic 50th staging of the Prefontaine Classic, set for July 5 at Hayward Field on the campus of the University of Oregon.

The Jamaican sprint star returns for his second appearance at the prestigious meet, eager to impress once again after featuring in what became the closest 100m finish in Olympic history last summer in Paris.

Thompson joins a line-up that includes American bronze medallist Trayvon Bromell, and British national record holder Zharnel Hughes, setting the stage for a high-octane encounter. between some of the fastest men in the sport.

Women’s 100m: Olympic Podium Clash Set

On the women’s side, Olympic champion Julian Alfred of St. Lucia has been added to an already explosive 100 metres field, where she will face her Paris Olympic podium counterparts for the first time since the Games.

Alfred will take on reigning Olympic silver medallist Sha’Carri Richardson of the USA and bronze medallist Melissa Jefferson-Wooden, also of the USA, in a highly anticipated rematch.

More Jamaican Stars in Action

Jamaica will be well represented across events at the Diamond League meet:

• Ackera Nugent, the national record holder in the women’s 100m hurdles, is confirmed to compete against the world’s best hurdlers.
• Jordan Scott will carry Jamaican hopes in the men’s triple jump, looking to build on a strong 2025 season.