Cydonie Mothersille

Jamaican-Caymanian sprinter, Olympian

Cydonie Mothersille - Jamaican-Caymanian sprinter, Olympian
Born

March 19th, 1978
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Jamaica

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A sprinter specialized in the 100 meters and 200 meters. Competed for Jamaica and the Cayman Islands in various international championships. Participated in the 2000 Sydney Olympics, representing the Cayman Islands. Achieved notable success in the 2001 World Championships, earning a silver medal in the 200 meters.

Competed in the 2000 Sydney Olympics

Won silver in 200 meters at the 2001 World Championships

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