About Rai Benjamin

Rai Benjamin: American Sprinter and Hurdler

About Rai Benjamin

Rai Benjamin is a 26-year-old American track and field star who specializes in the 400m hurdles. He is a prominent American hurdler and sprinter, standing 6 feet 3 inches tall. Representing Antigua and Barbuda, Benjamin ran the fourth-fastest 400m hurdles ever recorded, clocking a time of 46.17 seconds.

Olympic Achievements

Benjamin is a 2-time Olympic medalist, having won a gold medal in the 4 x 400m relay at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 and a silver medal in the 400m hurdles at the same Games. In the 400m hurdles final at Stade de France, Benjamin gracefully cleared the final turn before the finish.

The day after Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone's dazzling performance in the women's 400m hurdles, Benjamin showcased his own exceptional skills in the men's event.