Hibbert slated for pro debut in Bermuda

Jamaica’s rising triple jump sensation Jaydon Hibbert is set for his professional debut at the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix on Sunday.

From holding both the indoor and outdoor NCAA records to becoming the first Jamaican and the youngest person to win the Bowerman Award, Hibbert’s journey has been an exciting display of exceptional talent in the jumps. He eagerly awaits the Bermuda Grand Prix this Sunday,

“Finally, I’ll be opening my season. I’m just super grateful and super happy that I am ready to compete and see where I am in terms of my training. I’ve never been to Bermuda, so this should be fun. I’ve heard it’s an electrifying stadium, and that’s one of the things that jumpers need, so I look forward to the crowd support,” he explained.

The 19-year-old won the gold medal at the 2022 World Under-20 championships and is the holder of the under-20 indoor and outdoor triple jump world records at 17.54m and 17.87m, respectively. He went undefeated during his freshman year at the University of Arkansas in 2023 before transitioning to the professional ranks in January.

“Competing professionally is a dream for me. It’s what I’ve wanted since I started doing the sport. I can’t wait to get out there and make my coach and family proud. I’m praying for a great season.”

Hibbert’s impressive achievements also include winning both the long jump and triple jump titles at the 2022 Carifta Games in Kingston, Jamaica. He has a personal best of 17.87m for the triple jump set in May 2023.

The Bermuda Grand Prix, also known as the “Prelude to Paris”, will start at 3 p.m. Jamaica time at the Flora Duffy Stadium.