The inaugural Michael Johnson Grand Slam Track series, beginning April 4-6 at the National Stadium, will feature seventeen Jamaican athletes, among them Paris Olympic Games finalists Oblique Seville and Hansle Parchment.

“We’re thrilled to finalise the line-up for our first-ever Grand Slam Track event,” said Michael Johnson, the league’s founder and commissioner. “With 96 world-class competitors, the Kingston Slam will be a spectacular celebration of speed and athleticism. We invite fans from around the world to join us in Jamaica for what promises to be an unforgettable festival of track and field at the National Stadium.”

The Kingston Slam will showcase top Jamaican talent alongside international competitors. Here are the 17 Jamaican athletes set to compete:

  • Oblique Seville (Men’s Short Sprints)
  • Hansle Parchment (Men’s Short Hurdles)
  • Alana Reid (Women’s Short Sprints)
  • Ackera Nugent (Women’s Short Hurdles)
  • Kemba Nelson (Women’s Short Sprints)
  • Stacey-Ann Williams (Women’s Long Sprints)
  • Rushell Clayton (Women’s Long Hurdles)
  • Nickisha Pryce (Women’s Long Sprints)
  • Shiann Salmon (Women’s Long Hurdles)
  • Andrenette Knight (Women’s Long Hurdles)
  • Danielle Williams (Women’s Short Hurdles)
  • Natoya Goule-Toppin (Women’s Short Distance)
  • Roshawn Clarke (Men’s Long Hurdles)
  • Malik James-King (Men’s Long Hurdles)
  • Ackeem Blake (Men’s Short Sprints)
  • Deandre Watkins (Men’s Long Sprints)
  • Orlando Bennett (Men’s Short Hurdles)

Kingston Slam Schedule

The competition will take place over three days at the National Stadium in Kingston. Here’s the full schedule:

Day 1 – Friday, April 4, 2025

  • 5:42 PM – Women’s 200m (Long Sprints)
  • 5:54 PM – Men’s 400m (Long Sprints)
  • 6:04 PM – Women’s 3000m (Long Distance)
  • 6:22 PM – Women’s 800m (Short Distance)
  • 6:34 PM – Men’s 400m Hurdles (Long Hurdles)
  • 6:46 PM – Women’s 400m Hurdles (Long Hurdles)
  • 6:56 PM – Men’s 5000m (Long Distance)
  • 7:21 PM – Men’s 100m (Short Sprints)

Day 2 – Saturday, April 5, 2025

  • 5:42 PM – Men’s 110m Hurdles (Short Hurdles)
  • 5:56 PM – Men’s 200m (Long Sprints)
  • 6:10 PM – Women’s 1500m (Short Distance)
  • 6:25 PM – Women’s 100m Hurdles (Short Hurdles)
  • 6:38 PM – Women’s 100m (Short Sprints)
  • 6:52 PM – Men’s 1500m (Short Distance)
  • 7:07 PM – Men’s 200m (Short Sprints)
  • 7:21 PM – Women’s 400m (Long Sprints)

Day 3 – Sunday, April 6, 2025

  • 2:42 PM – Women’s 100m Hurdles (Short Hurdles)
  • 2:54 PM – Men’s 400m (Long Hurdles)
  • 3:04 PM – Women’s 5000m (Long Distance)
  • 3:29 PM – Men’s 100m (Short Hurdles)
  • 3:39 PM – Men’s 800m (Short Distance)
  • 3:49 PM – Men’s 3000m (Long Distance)
  • 4:08 PM – Women’s 200m (Short Sprints)
  • 4:21 PM – Women’s 400m Hurdles (Long Hurdles)

Where to Watch

Grand Slam Track has secured multiple broadcast partners worldwide, ensuring fans won’t miss a moment of the action.

  • United States: Peacock (all three days), The CW (Saturday & Sunday)
  • Jamaica: TVJ
  • United Kingdom & Ireland: TNT Sports
  • Europe & Asia: Eurosport
  • Latin America & Caribbean: Rush Sports
  • Canada: CBC
  • Africa: SuperSport
  • Middle East: BeIN Sports

Fans in 189 countries will have access to live coverage, making this a truly global event.

How to Get Tickets

Tickets for the Kingston Slam are available now. Secure your spot at the National Stadium by visiting grandslamtrack.com/events. Don’t miss the chance to witness history in the making!

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