Erriyon Knighton is a professional sprinter best known for performing in the 100 and 200-meter sprint categories. Boasting incredible acceleration and a powerful finish, Knighton is the youngest-ever athlete to win a medal at the World Athletics Championship in an individual competition. He did so at the 2022 World Championship in the 200 m category, where he won a bronze medal at the age of 18.
Knighton continued his World Championship momentum in the Budapest Championship and won a silver medal. Knighton has completed the 200-metre sprint in his personal best time of 19.49s which ranks him fifth in the all-time leaderboard. Besides, he holds the world record for the fastest time for an Under-18 as well as an Under-20 athlete at 19.84 and 19.69 seconds respectively. At the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, Knighton had finished just short of the medal, finishing fourth in the race.
Erriyon Knighton Nationality
Erriyon Knighton hails from the United States of America. He was born on January 29, 2004, in Tampa, Florida, USA. He has since lived in the country and passed from high school in Hillsborough High School, and then went on to represent the USA in International competitions.
Erriyon Knighton Hometown
Erriyon Knighton grew up in his hometown of Tampa on the Gulf Coast of Florida, USA. Tampa is one of the most populated cities in Florida and is known for its beaches and delights. Growing up, he attended Hillsborough High School, a public high school located in Tampa.
There, he participated in various track and field competitions including the 2020 USTAF Junior Olympics. Further, he also competed in Football where he played as a wide receiver. In 2021, he signed a deal with Adidas to go professional. Thus, he decided to not continue his amateur sprinting career at the High School. Soon, Knighton would go on to create the record for the fastest 200-metre sprint for an Under-18 athlete and then for an Under-20 athlete.
Erriyon Knighton Birthplace
Erriyon Knighton was born in Tampa, Florida, USA.
Erriyon Knighton Ethnicity
Erriyon Knighton is an American sprinter, and his nationality is American. However, his ethnicity is not publicly known or confirmed.
FAQ's On Erriyon Knighton Nationality
A. Yes, Erriyon Knighton is a formidable 100 metre sprinter.
A. Erriyon Knighton was suspended after failing an out-of-competition drug test in March. However, in June 2024, an independent arbitrator determined that this failed test was likely due to contaminated meat.
A. Erriyon Knighton ran 200 meters in 19.93 seconds at the 2020 Olympics and finished fourth in the race.
A. No, Erriyon Knighton does not attend college.
A. Erriyon Knighton weighs 170 lbs (77 Kg).
