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The prominent athlete, Julien Alfred, has recently shared her thoughts on the life-changing impact of becoming Saint Lucia's first Olympic medalist. Alfred further reflected on using her platform to promote her country and giving 'glory to god' for her talents.
Julien Alfred rose to prominence with the 2024 Paris Olympics, winning the gold medal in the 100m and a silver medal in the 200m. A few weeks later, the sprinter became Saint Lucia's first Diamond League champion after clinching victory in the 100m at Brussels, the League finals.
The elite athlete opened her 2025 season with a win in the 200m at the Tom Jones Invitational on April 18, 2025. At the 2025 Miramar Invitational, she claimed the top spot in the 300m, defeating Jamaican legend Shericka Jackson.
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The 24-year-old sprinter will make her first 2025 appearance in the Diamond League on June 12, in Oslo, where she will take part in the 100m. During her press conference ahead of the meet, Alfred shared her thoughts on her life's growth after becoming her country's first Olympic medalist. She said via Wanda Diamond League on X:
"My life has changed for the better, especially being able to represent my small island of Saint Lucia with just under two-hundred thousand people, becoming tourism ambassador for my country, obviously being recognised more now."
She continued,
"And just stepping to the line knowing that there is a lot more pressure on my back, there is a target on my back now but you know, I am ready for every challenge presented to me. More opportunities in life, and I think what's most important is now using my voice to also promote my country and just realising that I have a talent that's going to glorify god."
At the 2025 Boston World Indoor Tour, Alfred won the 300m with 36.16 seconds, setting a national record. Next, Alfred will compete at the 2025 Stockholm Diamond League in the 100m on June 15.
Julien Alfred shares inspiring words on her country's Independence Day
Through her Instagram post, the talented athlete, Julien Alfred, shared her thoughts on her country's Independence Day, which is celebrated on February 22nd. She wrote:
"From the stunning shores of St.Lucia to the world stage, I wear my island’s flag with pride. St. Lucia fuels my journey. Honored to represent my beautiful island every step of the way. Let her inspire you 🇱🇨 Happy Independence Day!"
Julien Alfred is also the tourism ambassador for her country and has won a gold medal at the World Championships. In 100m events, she has also won a gold medal at the Central American and Caribbean Games and a silver medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games.
