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Gout Gout on notice after 16-year-old rocks athletics world with epic 100m time
Aussie sprint sensation Gout Gout could have a new rival on his hands after 16-year-old Sorato Shimizu recorded the fastest-ever Under-18 100m time for a male athlete. Gout is arguably the biggest young star in athletics having just taken part in his first Diamond League meet and dazzling fans. Aussie 800m champ Peter Bol claimed Gout can eventually eclipse Usain Bolt's feats with the Queensland sprinter already showcasing his talents in front of the world at just 17 years old. However, another young star could soon be stealing the attention if he continues his trajectory. Shimizu went into the record books having lowered the 100m Under-18 record in a high school event in Japan on the weekend. The 16-year-old crossed the line in 10.00 flat, to become the joint-fifth fastest Japanese athlete ever across all ages. The Japanese star beat the previous record of 10.06. And his emergence in the athletics community could give Gout further fuel to focus and compete in the 100m event. Gout has suggested the 200m event fits his style more with the extra length giving him time to hit full stride. 10.00s at the age of 16!!!!!🤯🤯🔥🔥Sorato Shimizu 🇯🇵 storms runs a massive Age-16 World Record of 10.00s (1.7) over 100m at the Inter High School Championships in Japan!He broke the previous age-group record of 10.09s by 🇹🇭 Puripol — Track & Field Gazette (@TrackGazette) July 26, 2025 But Gout has gone under 10 seconds twice in his young career and it just so happened to be on the same night at the national championships in Perth. Unfortunately, both times did not count as an offiical record because of wind assistance. Although there already appears to be some hype around a future showdown with Shimizu and Gout with both likely to be in their prime come the 2032 Brisbane Olympics. And in a twist, there are revelations Gout is keen to run the 100m event at the upcoming Commonwealth Games, which will then see him quickly jet to the US for the 200m at the world juniors. Fans can start to get excited for a potential showdown in the near future with Gout, Lachlan Kennedy and now Japanese star Shimizu all emerging as talents on the track. Now we want to see Shimizu vs Gout Gout 😀 — Deepak Venkatesh (@deepakvenkatesh) July 26, 2025 View this post on Instagram A post shared by 月刊陸上競技 (@getsuriku_photo) Gout Gout focusing on 200m event in 2025 While Gout is focusing on the 200m event ahead of the Tokyo World Championships in September, he hasn't ruled out competitions in the 100m sprint. After his two sub-10s runs, Gout admitted it does give him confidence. "This definitely boosts my confidence levels. Sub-10 is what every sprinter hopes for and to get it so early this year is definitely great. It also boosts my confidence for the main event for me, like the 200m,' Gout said back in May when running under 10s. Since the national championships, which Rohan Browning won with a time of 10.01, Gout has turned his attention to his favourite event. And most recently at the Golden Spike in Ostrava, Gout showed why the 200m is where he could break records. Gout chased down Reynier Mena on the straight to record a national record of 20.02 and take first place in the meet. The Aussie was a metre behind Mena as they entered the final 50 metres, but finished well ahead in what was an incredible finish to his first race in Europe. And commentator Tim Hutchings pointed out Gout's incredible back 50m run appears to be an 'optical illusion' and compared to that of Bolt. "The strongest part of his race is always the last 50 metres. He holds his form so well, it's an optical illusion. It looks like he is accelerating. But he is not, nobody does. Maybe Bolt did back then, but Gout wouldn't be, he is holding his form. As the others slow, they tire, he eases past them," Hutchings explained.
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Royals' Rich Hill officially ties MLB history with start for Kansas City
The post Royals' Rich Hill officially ties MLB history with start for Kansas City appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Kansas City Royals added a historic name to their rotation Tuesday night, and it comes with one of the most improbable resumes in the game. Rich Hill, the 45-year-old left-hander, made his season debut for the club at Wrigley Field, officially tying MLB history by pitching for his 14th different franchise, matching Edwin Jackson's all-time record. Hill's appearance against the Chicago Cubs was notable not just for the record books. With the start, he became the oldest MLB player currently active and the oldest to pitch for the Royals in franchise history. At 45 years and 133 days old, he surpassed Hall of Famer Gaylord Perry, who briefly pitched for Kansas City in 1983 after turning 45. The Talkin' Baseball podcast highlighted the milestone in a viral post shared on X (formerly known as Twitter), celebrating Hill's historic debut, his place in MLB history, and even referencing him by his infamous nickname. 'Dick Mountain is on the mound for his 2025 debut! The Royals are his 14th different team, tying an MLB record' Rich Hill's return to a big-league mound was more than a milestone — it was effective. The veteran left-hander went five innings in his debut with the club, giving up three runs (just one earned) on six hits and two walks, with one strikeout. While Kansas City's defense faltered behind him, Hill remained composed, relying on his trademark curveball to navigate trouble and keep the game within reach. He exited in the sixth inning with the Royals down 3-0, but his performance was a reminder that experience still plays. Signed by Kansas City in May to a minor league deal, Hill worked his way back from Triple-A Omaha, where he posted a 4-4 record with a 5.36 ERA. Manager Matt Quatraro called Hill up to stabilize a rotation that's lacked consistency, and the decision immediately paid off. Hill's journey to this point is nothing short of legendary. He's pitched in 21 MLB seasons since his 2005 debut with the Cubs, logging over 1,400 innings with a 4.01 ERA. From postseason runs with the Los Angeles Dodgers to independent league stints and injury rehabs, his path back to the bigs with Kansas City exemplifies perseverance. In corresponding roster moves, the Royals optioned right-hander Andrew Hoffman to Triple-A Omaha and designated outfielder Tyler Gentry for assignment. Although the Royals ultimately fell 6-0 to the Cubs, Hill's record-tying debut still marked a meaningful moment. With his arrival, Kansas City gains more than just a veteran arm — they add a leader with perspective and presence. Whether he evolves into a steady rotation piece or serves as a guiding voice for the club's younger pitchers, the veteran brings valuable experience to a clubhouse still seeking consistency. In a game increasingly dominated by youth, the 45-year-old journeyman is living proof that veteran arms still have a place — and sometimes, a moment in history left to write. Related: MLB rumors: Cubs 'check in' with Royals amid trade deadline pitching search Related: Royals player with late Cubs fan father reacts to hitting Wrigley Field home run
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McIntosh swims to women's 400m freestyle victory
Summer McIntosh submitted a time of 3:56.26 to win the women's 400m freestyle final at the 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore, with Katie Ledecky (3.58.49) finishing in bronze-medal position.
