Sada Williams

Barbadian sprinter specializing in 400m

Sada Williams - Barbadian sprinter specializing in 400m
Born

December 1st, 1997
27 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Barbados

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Competed in the 400 meters at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, reaching the semifinals. Won a bronze medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in the women's 400m event. Achieved personal bests and set national records during various international competitions.

Competed in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics

Won bronze at the 2022 Commonwealth Games

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