Newton Secures Spot in CARIFTA 800m Final After Strong Second-Place Finish

Another standout performance from Nevis has added to the excitement at the CARIFTA Games, as talented middle-distance runner Kymarni Newton powered his way into the 800 metres final.

Newton delivered a thrilling run in his semifinal heat, finishing a very close second, narrowly missing the top spot but comfortably securing qualification for the championship final. His determined performance demonstrated both speed and resilience as he battled stride for stride with the leader down the final stretch.

Representing Saint Kitts and Nevis, Newton’s achievement adds to a strong showing from athletes from Nevis at this year’s regional championships.

With the 800m final set for today, Newton will return to the track among the Caribbean’s best young middle-distance runners, aiming to deliver another strong performance and compete for a place on the podium.

Congratulations to Kymarni Newton on advancing to the final and representing Saint Kitts and Nevis with pride