Guangzhou just became the talk of the athletics world! 🌍 The World Athletics Relays wrapped up Sunday with athletes from Kenya to Canada showering praise on the Tianhe Sports Center's state-of-the-art tracks – and the electrifying crowds that filled them.
🏟️ 'Best Track Ever'
Spanish sprinter Daniela Fra, who clinched gold in the women's 4x400m, didn't hold back: "This track is the best I've ever run on!" South Africa's Akani Simbine, fresh off a men's 4x100m victory, called China a "lucky country" and promised to race here again.
⚡ Crowd Power
Team GB's Bianca Williams described the atmosphere as "nice and packed – people are cheerful," while Kenya's Ferdinand Omanyala highlighted the "crazy" energy helping his team qualify for the World Championships for the first time. American relay star Lynna Irby-Jackson added: "The crowd's really electric!"
🥢 Food & Future Plans
Beyond sports, athletes like Laviai Nielsen raved about Cantonese cuisine and Guangzhou's welcoming vibe. With World Athletics President Sebastian Coe predicting "world-class athletics in China" in coming years and athletes already planning returns, this southern Chinese city just sprinted onto the global sports map. 🚀
