Fresh off a headline-making appearance on The Pivot Podcast, where he boldly claimed Noah Lyles is “not on his level,” the Olympic silver medalist didn’t stop there. He followed it up with a highlight reel on social media captioned, “track ain’t safe no more”—a clear message that he’s coming for everything. But if you thought that was the end of his smoke, think again.
On April 29, Kerley turned his attention to track and field analyst Ethan Hermann, who threw some shade on Twitter. Reacting to Fred’s confident post featuring his signature track boots, Hermann wrote: “my one qualm with fred is that he tweets like he’s won. he’s a truly 1/of/1 athlete. and damn does he rise to the occasion. but, this is not your tweet when you have no silver or gold for individual in olympics.” Fred? He wasn’t letting that slide.
In a pair of fiery tweets, the two-time Olympic medalist clapped back with authority: “Go check your facts before coming at me. I’m a quarter horse who stole the spotlight in the 100m and can still handle the 400m. I’ll wait—tell me who else has done that. 100m Olympic sliver medalists 100m world champion 100m bronze medalist.” Then came the knockout blow: “Y’all forget I’m still young in this 100m game—and some of your favorites still don’t have an Olympic medal.” Let’s be clear: Fred Kerley isn’t just defending his legacy—he’s actively building it. With world titles, Olympic hardware, and unmatched range from 100m to 400m, the Texan sprint star is reminding the world that his resume speaks loudly—and he’s just getting started. Need evidence?
Go check your facts before coming at me. I’m a quarter horse who stole the spotlight in the 100m and can still handle the 400m. I’ll wait—tell me who else has done that.
100m Olympic sliver medalists
100m world champion
100m bronze medalist https://t.co/ytiL6JEi1w
— Fred Kerley (@fkerley99) April 29, 2025
Let’s talk facts: This year, Fred has pulled off something rare—competing in all three sprint disciplines: the 100m, 200m, and 400m. In a sport where most athletes stick to their lane (literally), Kerley’s range is pure madness. At the Mt. SAC Relays, he clocked an impressive 44.73s in the 400m—winning his heat and proving he’s still got that quarter-mile fire in his legs. But then came the Grand Slam Track – Kingston chapter, where things didn’t exactly go to plan. Fred stunned many with a seventh-place finish in the 100m (10.30s)—a far cry from the man who stood on the Olympic podium just 8 months ago with a 100m bronze in Paris.
In the absence of Noah Lyles and Kishane Thompson in the mix, the Kingston stage could’ve been his perfect day—or his fall. But Fred didn’t flinch. He told reporters in the mixed zone, “When the time comes, I’ll be ready for the next race — and the next race is tomorrow.”
And the very next day, he was ready, claiming third place in the 200m with 20.39s. That right there? That’s a champion’s mindset. That’s resilience. That’s the mentality of a man who’s built for the big moments. Now, with the Miami Grand Slam Track meet around the corner, the question is loud and clear: Is Fred about to unleash the beast?
Fred Kerley is returning to his good health
Three months ago, it looked like Fred Kerley’s 2025 season might not even get off the ground. On January 2, during a violent encounter with Miami Police, the Olympic medalist suffered serious injuries—broken ribs, a brain injury on his left side, and even had teeth knocked out. To make things worse, he was effectively banned from his home and couldn’t return. Training? Completely out of the question for all of January.
Even when he returned to the track in mid-February, he was still pushing through the pain, barely able to breathe right because of the rib damage. But Fred is built differently. Now, just days before the Miami Grand Slam Track (May 2–4 at the Ansin Sports Complex), Kerley is officially back. And not just back—cleared.
Paris 2024 Olympics – Athletics – Men’s 100m Victory Ceremony – Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France – August 05, 2024. Bronze medallist Fred Kerley of United States celebrates on the podium. REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier
“Doc cleared me of my ribs injury and left side of my brain injury,” Fred posted recently. His doctor also signed off with a physical fitness certificate. Translation: Fred is medically ready—and mentally locked in. With his bold words still echoing online, his body healed, and the spotlight shifting to Miami, fans are asking the obvious: Is Fred Kerley about to make Miami his personal stage?
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