Kemel Thompson

JAMJAMMen
Birth dateSep 25, 1974
Height1.80 m
Weight75 kg

Kemel Thompson is a renowned track and field athlete who devoted their career to competitive athletics. With years of dedicated training and consistent performances, Kemel Thompson established themselves as a respected competitor at both national and international levels. The athlete demonstrated exceptional technical skills and maintained high standards of performance across multiple seasons. Their commitment to excellence and improvement drove them to pursue personal records and competitive success. Kemel Thompson's career exemplified the dedication required to compete at elite levels of track and field athletics.

A defining moment in Kemel Thompson's career came through participation in Olympic Games competition. This achievement represented one of sport's highest honors, reflecting years of dedicated preparation and athletic excellence. Competing on the Olympic stage tested Kemel Thompson against the world's finest athletes and required peak physical and mental conditioning. The experience at Olympic competition enhanced Kemel Thompson's credibility as an elite international athlete. Such high-level competition provided invaluable experience and contributed substantially to their lasting legacy in track and field athletics. Their influence and reputation within the athletic community provided inspiration for subsequent generations of track and field athletes. The athlete's commitment to excellence serves as a model for dedication in sports.

Kemel Thompson's personal records and best performances remain testament to their athletic abilities and years of rigorous training. These achievements represent the peak of their competitive career and demonstrate their natural talent combined with dedicated preparation. The athlete's performances contributed to the advancement of their sport and helped establish competitive standards within their discipline. After retirement from elite competition, Kemel Thompson's legacy continued to inspire emerging athletes pursuing careers in track and field. Their dedication to athletic excellence serves as an enduring example of the commitment required to achieve success at the highest levels of international competition.

Key facts
400 m hurdles
48.05
300 Metres Hurdles
35.22
2007 season best
49.28
Jul 14, 2007 · Tarare (FRA)
Age
51 years old

As of Sep 13, 2026: 400 m hurdles 48.05 (#75 all-time), 300 Metres Hurdles 35.22, 2007 season best 49.28 (Jul 14, 2007, Tarare (FRA)) · 51 years old

PB

Personal bests

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
2007
400mH
49.28-Jul 14, 2007
Tarare (FRA)
2006
400m
48.44-May 21, 2006
Loughborough (GBR)
2006
400mH
48.57-Aug 27, 2006
Zürich (SUI)
2005
400mH
48.09-Sep 10, 2005
Monaco IAAF World Athletics Final, Stade Louis II, Monaco
2004
300m
34.52-Jan 27, 2004-Birmingham (GBR) (i)
2004
300m-short-track
34.52-Jan 27, 2004-Birmingham (GBR) (i)
2004
400mH
48.06-Sep 19, 2004
Monaco IAAF World Athletics Final, Stade Louis II, Monaco
2003
400m-short-track
47.53-Feb 23, 2003
Glasgow (GBR) (i)
2003
400mH
48.05-Aug 8, 2003
Crystal Palace, London (GBR)
2003
400m
48.09-Jun 8, 2003
Glasgow (GBR) (i)
2003
4x400Metre
3:06.46-Mar 15, 2003-Birmingham IAAF World Indoor Championships, National Indoor Arena, Birmingham (i)
2002
300MetresH
35.22-Jun 30, 2002-Sheffield (GBR)
2002
400m
47.63-May 26, 2002
Gavá (ESP)
2002
400m-short-track
47.99-Feb 24, 2002
Glasgow (GBR) (i)
2002
400mH
48.57-Jun 21, 2002
Kingston (JAM)
2001
55m
6.49-Jan 27, 2001-Findlay, OH (USA) (i)
2000
400mH
48.56-May 20, 2000
Atlanta, GA (USA)
1999
400m
46.97-Apr 3, 1999
Miami, FL (USA)
1999
400mH
48.82-May 22, 1999
Atlanta, GA (USA)
1999
400m-short-track
48.94-Jan 22, 1999
Gainesville, FL (USA) (i)
1999
800m-short-track
1:56.19-Jan 16, 1999-Gainesville, FL (USA) (i)
1999
800m
1:56.19-Jan 16, 1999-Gainesville, FL (USA) (i)
1998
400mH
49.39-Jul 27, 1998
Thessaloniki (GRE)
1997
400mH
49.71-Jun 20, 1997
Kingston (JAM)
1996
400mH
50.52-Apr 5, 1996
Miami, FL (USA)

2007

6 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
400mH
49.98-Jul 18Rethymno Vardinoyiannia, Rethymno
400mH
49.28-Jul 14Tarare Meeting National á Théme, Tarare
400mH
49.52-Jun 23Jamaican Championships, Kingston
400mH
49.73-Jun 22Jamaican Championships, Kingston
400mH
50.53-Jun 13Memoriál Josefa Odložila, Stadion Juliska, Praha
400mH
49.62-Jun 10Bydgoszcz European Athletic Festival, Zdzisław Krzyszkowiak Stadium, Bydgoszcz

2006

25 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
400mH
48.80-Sep 16Athina IAAF World Cup, Olympic Stadium, Athina
400mH
48.61-Sep 10Stuttgart IAAF World Athletics Final, Gottlieb-Daimler Stadion, Stuttgart
400mH
48.61-Sep 9Stuttgart IAAF World Athletics Final, Gottlieb-Daimler Stadion, Stuttgart
400mH
49.34-Aug 31Zagreb Meeting 2006, Zagreb
400mH
48.57-Aug 27Rieti 2006, Rieti
400mH
48.70-Aug 20Monaco Herculis
400mH
48.57-Aug 18Weltklasse Zürich
400mH
48.83-Jul 28Crystal Palace Norwich Union London Grand Prix, Crystal Palace, London
400mH
48.81-Jul 14Roma Golden Gala
400mH
49.02-Jul 8Paris-St-Denis Meeting Gaz de France
400mH
49.49-Jul 6Luzern Spitzen Leichtathletik, Luzern
400mH
48.61-Jun 24Jamaican Championships, Kingston
400mH
49.53-Jun 23Jamaican Championships, Kingston
400mH
48.86-Jun 9Villeneuve d'Ascq Meeting Lille Métropole, Villeneuve d'Ascq
400mH
50.46-Jun 1Bydgoszcz European Athletic Festival, Zdzisław Krzyszkowiak Stadium, Bydgoszcz
400mH
49.92-May 30Golden Spike IAAF Super Grand Prix, Ostrava
400m
48.44-May 21Loughborough International, Loughborough
400mH
48.65-Mar 23Melbourne Commonwealth Games, Melbourne
400mH
48.71-Mar 22Melbourne Commonwealth Games
400mH
49.89-Mar 21Melbourne Commonwealth Games, Melbourne
400mH
48.59-Mar 9Melbourne Telstra Track Classic, Melbourne
400mH
49.24-Mar 3Brisbane Telstra A-Series, Brisbane
400mH
49.42-Feb 26Canberra ACT Ch., Canberra
400mH
49.84-Feb 18Melbourne Victorian Ch., Melbourne
400mH
50.22-Feb 17Melbourne Victorian Ch., Melbourne

2005

14 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
400mH
48.09-Sep 10Monaco IAAF World Athletics Final, Stade Louis II, Monaco
400mH
48.16-Aug 28Rieti 2005, Rieti
400mH
48.99-Aug 21La Chaux-de-Fonds Résisprint International, La Chaux-de-Fonds
400mH
48.68-Aug 19Weltklasse Zürich
400mH
48.64-Aug 7IAAF World Championships, Olympiastadion, Helsinki
400mH
49.33-Aug 6IAAF World Championships, Olympiastadion, Helsinki
400mH
48.64-Aug 6IAAF World Championships, Olympiastadion, Helsinki
400mH
48.99-Jul 22Crystal Palace Norwich Union LONDON Grand Prix, Crystal Palace, London
400mH
49.16-Jul 11Zagreb IAAF Grand Prix, Zagreb
400mH
48.14-Jun 25Jamaican Championships
400mH
48.66-Jun 24Jamaican Championships, Kingston
400mH
49.05-Jun 14Luzern Spitzen Leichtathletik, Luzern
400mH
49.47-Jun 9Golden Spike IAAF Super Grand Prix, Ostrava
400mH
49.18-Jun 5Bydgoszcz European Athletics Festival, Bydgoszcz

2004

5 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
400mH
48.72-Sep 23Yokohama SEIKO Super Meet, Yokohama
400mH
48.06-Sep 19Monaco IAAF World Athletics Final, Stade Louis II, Monaco
400mH
48.70-Sep 12Berlin ISTAF
400mH
48.36-Sep 5Rieti 2004, Rieti
400mH
48.49-Sep 3Bruxelles Memorial Van Damme
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Honours

🥉

Melbourne Commonwealth Games

400 Metres Hurdles

2006
4

Athina IAAF World Cup

400 Metres Hurdles

2006
5

Stuttgart IAAF World Athletics Final

400 Metres Hurdles

2006
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Melbourne Commonwealth Games

400 Metres Hurdles

2006
🥇

Jamaican Championships

400 Metres Hurdles

2005
🥈

Monaco IAAF World Athletics Final

400 Metres Hurdles

2005
🥉

Monaco IAAF World Athletics Final

400 Metres Hurdles

2004
🥈

Monaco IAAF World Athletics Final

400 Metres Hurdles

2003
5

IAAF World Championships

400 Metres Hurdles

2003
🥇

Birmingham IAAF World Indoor Championships

4x400 Metres Relay Short Track

2003
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Jamaican Championships

400 Metres Hurdles

2002
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Jamaican Championships

400 Metres Hurdles

2000
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Jamaican Championships

400 Metres Hurdles

1999
6

Kuala Lumpur Commonwealth Games

400 Metres Hurdles

1998
6

Kuala Lumpur Commonwealth Games

400 Metres Hurdles

1998
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San Juan CAC Championships

400 Metres Hurdles

1997
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Kemel Thompson's 400 m hurdles personal best?

Kemel Thompson's 400 m hurdles personal best is 48.05, set on Aug 8, 2003 in Crystal Palace, London (GBR), #75 on the all-time list.

Which events does Kemel Thompson compete in?

Kemel Thompson competes in the 400 m hurdles and 300 Metres Hurdles.

How did Kemel Thompson perform in 2007?

2007 season best: 49.28, set on Jul 14, 2007 in Tarare (FRA).