Tate Taylor shocks at Prefontaine Classic, surpasses Usain Bolt's U20 mark

At the Prefontaine Classic on July 4, 2026, Tate Taylor, 18, achieved a stunning victory in the men’s 200 meters, defeating reigning Olympic champion Letsile Tebogo. His winning time of 19.75 seconds not only improved his own U.S. high school record but also positioned him third on the all-time U20 list, surpassing Usain Bolt's previous mark. This remarkable achievement surprised Taylor himself, as he did not anticipate winning. He will skip the USA Outdoor Championships but plans to compete in the World U20 Championships next month in Eugene.

• 12:18 AMYahoo Sports — US teenager Tate Taylor shocks Olympic champion, surpasses Usain Bolt on all-time U20 list