Bromell, United States Takes Third in 4x100m Relay, Later Disqualified

Trayvon Bromell ran the anchor leg for the United States in the 4x100m relay and grabbed the bronze medal for the team. After placing eighth in 100-meter final race on August 14, Bromell revealed that he has been hindered by a strained Achilles tendon and will need surgery. He still managed to power through and claim a spot on the podium for the United States. The team finished with a 37.62 second time. Sic ‘Em, Trayvon!

Note: After this article was written, the men were disqualified for an early hand-off on the first leg of the race.