Saint Lucia’s rising track and field star, Aasia Laurencin, is set to make history as she gears up to compete at the 2025 World Athletics Indoor Championships in Nanjing, China, from March 21-23. Laurencin, the national record holder in the hurdles, will take on the world’s best in the highly competitive 60m hurdles event, marking a significant milestone in her career and for Saint Lucian athletics.
Currently ranked 15th globally in the 60m hurdles, Laurencin boasts a personal best of 7.97 seconds. She will go head-to-head with an elite field, including Bahamian world record holder Devynne Charlton, in what promises to be a thrilling contest. Her qualification for the championships is a testament to her dedication, resilience, and mastery of one of track and field’s most demanding disciplines.
Laurencin’s journey to this stage has been bolstered by the expertise of her coach, Steven Rajewsky, whose meticulous guidance has fine-tuned her technique and preparation for this world-class event. As they head to Nanjing, their focus remains on delivering a performance that will further elevate Saint Lucia’s presence on the global athletics stage.
The World Athletics Indoor Championships is one of the sport’s most prestigious competitions, bringing together the best indoor athletes from across the globe. Laurencin’s participation is a proud moment for Saint Lucia, reinforcing the island’s growing reputation in international track and field.
The St Lucia Athletics Association has extended its congratulations to Laurencin and Rajewsky, expressing full support as they embark on this remarkable journey. As the countdown to the championships begins, all eyes will be on the young hurdler, poised to make her mark among the world’s best.
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