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Historic Sprint: Kennedy First Aussie Under 10s at Home
10 Apr
Summary
- Lachlan Kennedy ran 9.96 seconds in the 100m heat.
- He is the first Australian to break 10 seconds legally at home.
- Kennedy aims to win the national final and Commonwealth Games spot.
Lachlan Kennedy achieved a historic milestone on April 10, 2026, by becoming the first Australian to legally run the 100 meters in under 10 seconds on home soil. Competing at Sydney Olympic Park, Kennedy's remarkable performance of 9.96 seconds in a heat marks a significant achievement in Australian athletics.
This feat places Kennedy among an elite group of Australian sprinters. He expressed satisfaction with his performance, noting a sense of ease and confidence in his current form. Kennedy's immediate goal is to secure his first national championship title and a place in the upcoming Commonwealth Games.
Kennedy is also set to compete in the 200m, continuing his rivalry with Gout Gout. Meanwhile, Jessica Hull is contending for titles in the 1500m, 800m, and 5000m, facing strong competition from Claudia Hollingsworth in the 1500m.
