Australian sprinter Gout Gout is redefining what’s possible for teenage athletes. With record-breaking times across multiple sprint distances and a composed, mature presence on the track, he’s quickly emerged as one of the most promising young talents in world athletics. From local school meets in Queensland to dominating the international stage, Gout’s rapid rise has been marked by blistering speed, technical precision, and an unshakable drive to become the best.
Career Milestones & Rapid Rise
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At 14, he ran 10.57s in the 100m, setting the Australian U16 record.
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At 15, he clocked 20.87s for 200m—another U16 national record.
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In 2024, he won the Australian U20 100m title in 10.48s, then followed it up with a 200m silver medal at the World U20 Championships in Lima.
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Later that year, he claimed both the 200m and 400m titles at the 2024 GPS Track & Field Championships in Queensland.
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He then turned professional, signing with Adidas, and immediately broke the Australian U18 200m record—posting the fifth-fastest 200m time in Australian history, regardless of age.
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Notably, he became only the second person ever to run faster than Usain Bolt at U18 level in the 200m.
The Routine:
Here’s Gout’s weekly training breakdown— with thanks to Men’s Health Australia:
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Monday (Acceleration & Legs): 3×10m, 2×20m, 2×30m sprints + isometric gym holds for glutes, calves, ankles.
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Tuesday (Pyramids – Speed Endurance): 120m (avg), 100m (high), 80m (max), 80m (max), 100m (high), 120m (avg).
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Wednesday (Form Day): 10×100m strides at 60–70% effort, barefoot on grass for form work.
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Thursday (Start Practice): 10×50m sprints, ramping up effort.
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Friday (Recovery): Circuit includes pool runs, trail leg work, core — “Friday is when we focus on recovery.”
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Saturday (Technical Drills): While Men’s Health doesn’t detail wickets and starts, other profiles hint at such technical work. (We can mark that as plausible but unconfirmed.)
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Sunday: Full rest—physical and academic recharge.
Gout Gout isn’t just fast, he’s being built to last. Every session, sprint, and recovery drill is part of a bigger playbook, driven by elite coaching and elite competition. Brisbane 2032, look sharp, your hometown hero is already timing his run.
