American sprinter Trayvon Bromell has offered an honest reflection following his third-place finish in the men’s 100m final at the 2025 Prefontaine Classic held at Hayward Field. The high-profile race saw Jamaica’s Kishane Thompson blaze to victory in 9.85 seconds, with Great Britain’s Zharnel Hughes clocking 9.91 to finish second. Bromell came in third with a respectable 9.94.
Despite missing the top spot, Bromell remains optimistic. Drawing strength from his faith and personal journey, he shared how his upbringing and struggles have helped shape his resilient mindset. “My faith is my optimism,” he said. “God didn’t bring me here for no reason. My past experiences, both good and bad, fuel my motivation and give me strength in moments like these.”
In his post-race reflections, Bromell admitted that he didn’t execute his race as planned. “I definitely didn’t feel like I put my race together properly. Honestly, I got to go and review the tape,” he stated. Still, he found encouragement in his performance. “It was a good feel. I’m happy because I’m still under that 10 mark for all my races.”
The sold-out crowd at Hayward Field added an electric atmosphere to the event. Bromell acknowledged the special energy of the stadium, saying, “It’s always good to come to Hayward. It’s a big, big environment for track and field, so we come in and we get all the love.”
Looking ahead, Bromell is determined to learn from this performance and come back stronger. “It’s just about not making excuses: look at the tape, figure out what we need to fix and go from there.” His response reflects a seasoned athlete’s maturity focusing on accountability and improvement rather than dwelling on disappointment.
The sprinter’s mindset remains sharp, with his sights set firmly on the upcoming races. “Stay hungry for what you want. You gotta stay focused, that’s really it,” he advised.
As the track season intensifies and eyes turn toward the upcoming Olympics in Tokyo, Bromell’s focus, experience, and unwavering belief make him a serious contender. While the Prefontaine Classic didn’t go exactly to plan, the performance is a reminder of his consistency and determination. With his inner fire still burning and valuable lessons taken from Eugene, Bromell remains a threat to any field he lines up against.
