Britain's Amy Hunt Wins 200m Silver at World Athletics Championships

At the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Great Britain's Amy Hunt won a surprising silver medal in the women's 200m final with a time of 22.14 seconds, marking a significant breakthrough in her first major final. Hunt finished behind American Melissa Jefferson-Wooden, who secured gold in 21.68 seconds, completing a dominant sprint double after winning the 100m title. Jamaican Shericka Jackson claimed the bronze with a time of 22.18 seconds, narrowly edging out Hunt after a race restart due to a false start by another competitor. This silver was Great Britain's second medal of the championships, following Jake Wightman's silver in the men's 1500m. Hunt's emotional reaction after the race highlighted the achievement's importance, as she celebrated her unexpected podium finish. The event showcased strong performances from multiple nations, including Jamaica's continued success with multiple medals.