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Events Encyclopedia Entry 1778714044
** The 2012 Summer Olympics' **Women's 4x100m Relay** event was a highly anticipated and closely contested competition that showcased the world's top sprinters. ## Overview The **Women's 4x100m Relay** is a track and field event where four athletes from the same country team up to run the 100m dash in relay format. This event requires a combination of speed, endurance, and teamwork, making it one of the most exciting and challenging events in the Olympic Games. The women's 4x100m relay has been a part of the Olympic program since the 1928 Amsterdam Games, with the United States being the most successful nation in this event, having won 10 gold medals. The 2012 Summer Olympics in London saw a highly competitive field of teams vying for the top spot. The event took place on August 10, 2012, at the Olympic Stadium, with a total of 16 teams participating. The teams consisted of four athletes each, with each athlete running one leg of the relay. The event was expected to be a close contest between the United States, Jamaica, and Great Britain, with the United States being the defending champions. ## History/Background The women's 4x100m relay has a rich history dating back to the early 20th century. The event was first introduced at the 1928 Amsterdam Games, where the United States won the inaugural gold medal. Since then, the event has become a staple of the Olympic program, with the United States dominating the competition. The event has seen many iconic moments, including the 1988 Seoul Olympics, where the United States won a dramatic gold medal after a false start by the Soviet Union's anchor leg runner. ## Key Information The 2012 Summer Olympics' women's 4x100m relay event saw a thrilling competition between the top teams. The United States, Jamaica, and Great Britain were the top contenders, with the United States being the defending champions. The event began with the first leg, where the United States' Tianna Madison set a blistering pace, followed by Jamaica's Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, who maintained the lead. The second leg saw the United States' Carmelita Jeter take over, but Jamaica's Sherone Simpson narrowed the gap. The third leg saw the United States' Allyson Felix take over, but Jamaica's Veronica Campbell-Brown maintained the lead. The final leg saw the United States' Bianca Knight anchor the team to a gold medal-winning time of 40.82 seconds. **Jamaica's Sherone Simpson** was the standout performer of the event, setting a new national record in the process. The Jamaican team finished with a silver medal, while Great Britain took the bronze medal. ## Significance The women's 4x100m relay event is significant not only for its competitive nature but also for its historical importance. The event has been a platform for women to showcase their speed and endurance, inspiring future generations of athletes. The 2012 Summer Olympics' women's 4x100m relay event was a testament to the growth and development of women's track and field, with the event attracting a global audience and showcasing the world's top athletes. INFOBOX: - **Name:** Women's 4x100m Relay - **Type:** Track and Field Event - **Date:** August 10, 2012 - **Location:** Olympic Stadium, London - **Known For:** 2012 Summer Olympics gold medal-winning time of 40.82 seconds TAGS: Women's 4x100m Relay, Olympic Games, Track and Field, Sprinting, Relay, 2012 Summer Olympics, London 2012, Tianna Madison, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Carmelita Jeter, Allyson Felix, Bianca Knight, Sherone Simpson, Veronica Campbell-Brown
SportsEvents Encyclopedia Entry 1777991465
** The 2020 Tokyo Olympics' **Women's 4x100m Relay** event was a highly anticipated and closely contested competition that showcased the world's top sprinters. **CONTENT:** ### Overview The **Women's 4x100m Relay** is a track and field event that has been a part of the Olympic Games since 1928. It is a team event where four athletes from the same country run the 100m dash in succession, with each runner passing a baton to the next in a relay format. The event requires a combination of speed, endurance, and teamwork, making it one of the most exciting and challenging events in the Olympic program. The 2020 Tokyo Olympics' **Women's 4x100m Relay** event was one of the most highly anticipated competitions of the Games. The event saw the world's top sprinters, including Olympic champions and world record holders, vying for gold. The competition was fierce, with several teams pushing each other to new heights. ### History/Background The **Women's 4x100m Relay** event has a rich history that dates back to the early days of women's track and field. The event made its Olympic debut in 1928, with the United States winning the first-ever gold medal. Since then, the event has become a staple of the Olympic program, with many of the world's top countries competing for the top spot on the podium. Over the years, the **Women's 4x100m Relay** event has seen many iconic moments and record-breaking performances. In 1988, the United States set a world record in the event, with Florence Griffith-Joyner, Valerie Brisco-Hooks, Florence Griffith-Joyner, and Sheila Echols combining to run a time of 41.65 seconds. The record stood for over 20 years, until it was broken by the Jamaican team in 2008. ### Key Information The 2020 Tokyo Olympics' **Women's 4x100m Relay** event saw the United States team of **Javianne Oliver**, **Elle Purrier St. Hillaire**, **Jenna Prandini**, and **Gabrielle Thomas** win the gold medal in a time of 40.20 seconds. The Jamaican team of **Briana Williams**, **Elaine Thompson-Herah**, **Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce**, and **Shericka Jackson** took the silver medal, while the Great Britain team of **Asha Philip**, **Imani-Lara Lansiquot**, **Dina Asher-Smith**, and **Daryll Neita** won the bronze medal. The event saw several record-breaking performances, including a new Olympic record by the United States team and a new national record by the Jamaican team. The competition was also marked by several dramatic moments, including a false start by the Jamaican team and a baton drop by the Great Britain team. ### Significance The **Women's 4x100m Relay** event is one of the most significant and highly anticipated competitions in the Olympic program. The event requires a combination of speed, endurance, and teamwork, making it a true test of athleticism and sportsmanship. The event has a rich history and has produced many iconic moments and record-breaking performances over the years. The 2020 Tokyo Olympics' **Women's 4x100m Relay** event was significant not only because of the high level of competition but also because of the impact it had on the sport of track and field. The event helped to showcase the world's top sprinters and highlighted the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship in the sport. **INFOBOX:** - Name: Women's 4x100m Relay - Type: Track and Field - Date: August 5, 2021 - Location: Tokyo, Japan - Known For: Olympic record-breaking performance by the United States team **TAGS:** Women's 4x100m Relay, Olympic Games, Track and Field, Sprinting, Relay, Team Event, Tokyo 2020, Olympic Records, World Records, Athletics.
SportsEvents Encyclopedia Entry 1778701865
** The 2012 Summer Olympics' **Women's 4x100m Relay** event was a highly anticipated competition that showcased the world's top sprinters in a thrilling display of speed and teamwork. **CONTENT:** ## Overview The **Women's 4x100m Relay** is a track and field event in which four athletes from the same team take turns running the 100m dash, with each runner passing a baton to the next teammate in a relay format. This event requires a perfect blend of speed, endurance, and teamwork, making it one of the most exciting and challenging events in the Olympic Games. At the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, the Women's 4x100m Relay event was one of the most highly anticipated competitions, with top teams from around the world vying for the gold medal. The event has a rich history, dating back to the 1928 Summer Olympics in Amsterdam, where the first women's relay was held. Since then, the event has become a staple of the Olympic Games, with many of the world's top sprinters competing for the coveted gold medal. The Women's 4x100m Relay event requires a high level of speed, agility, and endurance, as well as excellent communication and teamwork skills among the relay members. ## History/Background The Women's 4x100m Relay event has undergone significant changes over the years, with the introduction of new rules and regulations to ensure fair competition. In the early years of the event, teams were allowed to use a baton with a handle, which made it easier for the runners to pass the baton to the next teammate. However, in 1968, the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) introduced a new rule requiring teams to use a baton without a handle, which increased the difficulty of the event and required more precise passing techniques. ## Key Information The 2012 Summer Olympics' Women's 4x100m Relay event was one of the most highly anticipated competitions, with top teams from around the world vying for the gold medal. The event was held on August 10, 2012, at the Olympic Stadium in London, with a total of 16 teams competing for the gold medal. The United States team, consisting of Tianna Madison, Allyson Felix, Bianca Knight, and Carmelita Jeter, set a new world record with a time of 40.82 seconds, breaking the previous record held by the Jamaican team. The Jamaican team, consisting of Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Sherone Simpson, Veronica Campbell-Brown, and Kerron Stewart, won the silver medal with a time of 41.41 seconds. The British team, consisting of Asha Philip, Annabelle Lewis, Jodie Williams, and Anyika Onuora, won the bronze medal with a time of 40.79 seconds. The event was a thrilling display of speed and teamwork, with many of the world's top sprinters competing for the coveted gold medal. ## Significance The Women's 4x100m Relay event is one of the most significant events in the Olympic Games, requiring a perfect blend of speed, endurance, and teamwork. The event showcases the world's top sprinters in a thrilling display of speed and agility, with many of the world's top athletes competing for the coveted gold medal. The event has a rich history, dating back to the 1928 Summer Olympics in Amsterdam, and has undergone significant changes over the years to ensure fair competition. The Women's 4x100m Relay event has a significant impact on the world of track and field, with many of the world's top athletes competing for the coveted gold medal. The event requires a high level of speed, agility, and endurance, as well as excellent communication and teamwork skills among the relay members. The event is a testament to the power of teamwork and the importance of communication in achieving success. INFOBOX: - **Name:** Women's 4x100m Relay - **Type:** Track and Field Event - **Date:** August 10, 2012 - **Location:** Olympic Stadium, London - **Known For:** Setting a new world record with a time of 40.82 seconds TAGS: Women's 4x100m Relay, Olympic Games, Track and Field, Sprinting, Relay, Teamwork, Speed, Endurance, Communication, Athletics.