Vernon Norwood
United StatesActive- Born
- Apr 10, 1992 (34 years old)
- Birthplace
- New Orleans, United States
- Events
- 400 m · 500 Metres Short Track
- Height
- 1.88 m
- Weight
- 73 kg
Vernon Larnard Norwood is a professional track and field athlete. Hailing from New Orleans, United States, Vernon represents the strong athletic tradition of the region.
Vernon's career has been marked by participation in various competitions. Throughout their career, Vernon has faced competition from athletes across the globe. The dedication required to compete at this level reflects years of training and personal sacrifice.
Vernon continues to be an active competitor in track and field. With ongoing training and competition experience, Vernon works to improve performance and achieve new personal milestones in the sport.
As of Oct 28, 2026: 400 m 44.10 (#38 all-time), 500 Metres Short Track 1:00.11, 2026 season best 44.58 (Apr 18, 2026, Hilmer Lodge Stadium, Walnut, CA (USA)) · Last competition: Grand Prix Brescia, Aug 30, 2026, 44.73 · Olympic Games: 2 gold, 1 silver, 1 bronze · World Championships: 4 gold, 1 silver, 1 bronze · 34 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →* Wind-assisted (> 2.0 m/s)
Medals
| Competitions | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olympic Games | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| World Championships | 4 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| Total | 6 | 2 | 2 | 10 |
Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 200m | 20.73 | +0.6 | Apr 11, 2026 | Rafer Johnson/ Jackie Joyner-Kersee Invitational |
| 2026 | 300m Indoor | 32.38 | – | Jan 24, 2026 | New Balance Indoor Grand Prix |
| 2026 | 300m-short-track | 32.38 | – | Jan 24, 2026 | New Balance Indoor Grand Prix |
| 2026 | 300m-short-track Indoor | 32.38 | – | Jan 24, 2026 | New Balance Indoor Grand Prix |
| 2026 | 400m | 44.58 | – | Apr 18, 2026 | Mt. SAC Relays |
| 2025 | 200m | 20.38 | +1.4 | Mar 29, 2025 | Battle on the Bayou |
| 2025 | 300m-short-track Indoor | 32.39 | – | Feb 2, 2025 | New Balance Indoor Grand Prix |
| 2025 | 300m Indoor | 32.39 | – | Feb 2, 2025 | New Balance Indoor Grand Prix |