Merritt captures 400m final, Kirani James seventh
KINGSTON, Jamaica – American Lashawn Merritt (43.74) emphatically won the men’s 400m final at the World Championship in Moscow Tuesday with team mate Tony McQuay second in a personal best 44.40.
Pre-race favourite Kirani James failed to defend his World title falling back in the straight to a disappointing seventh place in 44.99.
Dominican Luguelin Santos ran a season's best 44.52 for third.
Belgian Jonathan Borlee also ran a season's best 44.54 to finish fourth.
Now you can read the Jamaica Observer ePaper anytime, anywhere. The Jamaica Observer ePaper is available to you at home or at work, and is the same edition as the printed copy available at http://bit.ly/epaperlive
ADVERTISEMENT
POST A COMMENT
HOUSE RULES
1. We welcome reader comments on the top stories of the day. Some comments may be republished on the website or in the newspaper � email addresses will not be published.
2. Please understand that comments are moderated and it is not always possible to publish all that have been submitted. We will, however, try to publish comments that are representative of all received.
3. We ask that comments are civil and free of libellous or hateful material. Also please stick to the topic under discussion.
4. Please do not write in block capitals since this makes your comment hard to read.
5. Please don't use the comments to advertise. However, our advertising department can be more than accommodating if emailed: advertising@jamaicaobserver.com.
6. If readers wish to report offensive comments, suggest a correction or share a story then please email: community@jamaicaobserver.com.
7. Lastly, read our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy