4x100m

The 4x100 meters relay is a track and field event run by teams of four athletes. Each athlete runs a 100-meter leg of the race and passes a baton to the next runner within a designated exchange zone. The first runner starts from a stationary position, while the subsequent runners start their leg as the incoming runner approaches. The goal is to complete the entire 400-meter distance in the fastest possible time.

This event requires precise timing, speed, and seamless baton exchanges. The exchange zone is critical; if a baton is dropped or passed outside of this zone, the team is disqualified. The strategy often involves placing the fastest runners at the beginning or end of the relay, with strong but potentially less explosive runners in the middle legs to ensure smooth baton transfers.

The 4x100m relay is a popular event in major competitions like the Olympic Games and World Athletics Championships. It is known for its excitement and unpredictable nature, often decided by fractions of a second. Both men's and women's teams compete, and the event showcases the combined talent and teamwork of a squad. The world records for both men and women are held by the United States.