After an outstanding performance at the Tokyo 2025 World Championships, rising British sprint sensation Amy Hunt is setting her sights on an extraordinary goal: capturing three gold medals at the LA 2028 Olympic Games.
The landscape of women’s sprinting is preparing for a formidable new contender as Amy Hunt, a prominent British athlete, openly shares her bold ambitions, signaling a challenge to American sprint icons such as Sha’Carri Richardson and Gabby Thomas.
At just 23 years old, Hunt, who recently earned a World Championship medal, has publicly announced her pursuit of a rare triple gold in the 100m, 200m, and relay events at the forthcoming Olympics in Los Angeles.
During an appearance on the ‘Untapped’ podcast hosted by Spencer Matthews, Hunt was candid about her Olympic objectives. “My goal is to secure three gold medals-the 100m, 200m, and the relay,” she expressed with determination. “It’s a huge challenge, but that’s the target.”
Hunt’s self-assurance is backed by her recent achievements. At the Tokyo World Championships, she made a striking impression by earning silver in the 200m, narrowly surpassing Jamaican sprint legend Shericka Jackson. The gold was claimed by Melissa Jefferson-Wooden from the USA. This marked Hunt’s inaugural individual medal on the global stage, a milestone she recalls with heartfelt emotion.
“The moment I spotted my mum, tears just came,” Hunt shared. “I believed I could do it as long as I stayed strong through the bend. I’m incredibly proud of what I accomplished.”
Her record times are impressive: a swift 11.02 seconds in the 100m, achieved at the 2025 UK Athletics Championships, and a rapid 22.08 seconds in the 200m, recorded during her silver-winning run in Tokyo.
Looking Ahead: Transitioning to the 400m
Although Hunt’s current concentration remains on the shorter sprint distances, she has revealed plans to eventually extend her range to the 400m. When questioned about this potential shift, she confirmed it as part of her long-term vision.
“Many are curious if I’ll step up to the 400m, and it’s definitely something I plan to explore,” Hunt remarked. “However, for now, the focus is on maximizing my potential in the 100m and 200m before gradually moving to longer distances.”
She highlighted the importance of capitalizing on her explosive speed while she is still in her prime. “The 400m will always be an option, but right now, I want to fully harness my raw pace,” she added, acknowledging the physical demands of competing in both the 100m and 200m at elite levels.