Zharnel Hughes Withdraws from Olympic 200m Due to Hamstring Issue
The British sprinter's participation in the 4x100m relay remains uncertain as his injury requires further monitoring.
- Zharnel Hughes pulled out of the 200m heats at the Paris Olympics because of hamstring tightness.
- Hughes, a world 100m bronze medallist, failed to reach the 100m final after finishing 14th in the semi-finals.
- The athlete had previously skipped major championships due to the same hamstring injury but was given a discretionary place for the Olympics.
- British Athletics has not yet decided on Hughes's involvement in the upcoming 4x100m relay heats and final.
- Hughes expressed disappointment but remains determined to overcome his injury and compete at his best.