The 2025 Jamaica National Championships were an unforgettable showcase of talent, determination, and history-making moments. Athletes like Kishane Thompson, Tina Clayton, Megan Tapper, and Orlando Bennett delivered stellar performances that had fans buzzing with excitement. After months of intense training, fierce competition, injuries, and heartbreaks, these athletes were ready to prove themselves on one of the biggest stages before heading to the Tokyo World Championships this September.
In addition to the fierce competition, this event was particularly special as it marked Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce’s final race on Jamaican soil.
So, let’s check out the top 5 moments from the 2025 Jamaica National Championships!
History was made at the 2025 Jamaica National Championships as Nickisha Pryce broke the sub-49 barrier. Orlando Bennett claimed his first 110m hurdles title. Tina Clayton secured her first 100m national win in an emotional race marking Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce’s farewell. Megan Tapper delivered a blazing PB to win her fourth 100m hurdles title, while Kishane Thompson stunned with a 9.75s victory in the 100m. These unforgettable performances prove why Jamaica remains the sprint capital of the world.
5. Nickisha Pryce Claims Her Third 400m National Title
Nickisha Pryce made history by becoming the first Jamaican woman to break the sub-49-second barrier in the 400-meter. She had already impressed with a National Record of 48.57 seconds at the 2024 London Athletics Meet, and her performance at the 2025 Jamaica National Championships solidified her status as a top contender. Pryce led the qualifiers with 50.51 seconds, and in the final, she ran a flawless race, finishing with a Season’s Best of 49.97 seconds.
Despite stiff competition from Dejanea Oakley (50.08 seconds) and Stacey Ann Williams, who tied for third, Pryce’s composed performance earned her a third national title in a race that showcased her power and poise.
4. Orlando Bennett Becomes National Champion in 110m Hurdles
The Men’s 110m hurdles is always one of the most competitive events at the Jamaica National Championships, and this year, Orlando Bennett made his mark. With Rasheed Broadbell being the favorite, an injury just before the final opened the door for Bennett to shine.
In the final, Bennett got off to a fast start and battled it out with Demario Prince, eventually crossing the line in a Season’s Best of 13.10 seconds to secure his first-ever Jamaican National Championship title. Prince finished second with a Personal Best of 13.12 seconds, and Tyler Mason took third, making his first senior team. Bennett’s victory highlighted his perseverance and determination, setting him up as a strong contender on the global stage.
3. Tina Clayton Wins Her First 100m National Title
The Women’s 100-meter final was a highly anticipated event at the 2025 Jamaica National Championships, as it featured the Clayton twins, Tia and Tina, along with legendary sprinters Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Shericka Jackson. The race was electrifying from the start, with Tia Clayton leading the qualifiers with a 10.86-second performance.
In the final, Tina Clayton showed poise beyond her years. With Tia pulling up midway through the race, Tina surged ahead, crossing the line in a Personal Best of 10.81 seconds. She secured her first-ever 100m National Championship title. With Shericka Jackson in second (10.88 seconds) and Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce in third (10.91 seconds). This race was a symbolic changing of the guard as Tina Clayton emerged as the new star of Jamaican sprinting, while Fraser-Pryce made her final World Championship team.
2. Megan Tapper Wins Her Fourth 100m Hurdles National Title
After narrowly missing out on the Olympic team the previous year. Megan Tapper returned to the 2025 Jamaica National Championships with a vengeance. In the first round, she cruised to a 12.50-second performance to lead the qualifiers into the final. Despite Ackera Nugent being the slight favorite after a 12.30-second run at the Paris Diamond League, Tapper had other plans.
In the final, Tapper ran a perfect race, separating herself from the pack after the fifth hurdle and finishing with a Personal Best of 12.34 seconds, marking the second-fastest time ever on Jamaican soil. This victory marked her fourth national title and reinforced her status as one of the world’s top 100m hurdlers.
1. Kishane Thompson Wins His Second 100m National Title in 9.75 Seconds
The Men’s 100-meter final at the 2025 Jamaica National Championships was one of the most anticipated races of the year, and Kishane Thompson didn’t disappoint. Following his Olympic silver medal in Paris, Thompson demonstrated that his success was no fluke by cruising through the rounds and laying down a remarkable performance in the final.
With Oblique Seville facing injury concerns, the race was wide open, and Thompson seized the opportunity. He exploded off the blocks and never looked back, finishing in an incredible 9.75 seconds, a Personal Best and the fastest time in the world this year. Oblique Seville finished second in 9.83 seconds, while Ackeem Blake took third with a Personal Best of 9.88 seconds. Thompson’s performance set the stage for an exciting battle at the upcoming Tokyo World Championships.
Conclusion
The 2025 Jamaica National Championships provided fans with incredible performances that showcased the talent and determination of Jamaica’s finest athletes. Notably, from Nickisha Pryce’s historic 400m victory to Kishane Thompson’s stunning 100m performance. It was clear that the country’s athletes are ready to take on the world in Tokyo this September. Moreover, with each race, they demonstrated resilience and focus, and as a result, fans can expect a thrilling showing on the global stage this year.
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