Gout Gout wins junior title

Gout Gout's performance has drawn comparisons to all-time greats, though he faced a significant headwind during his semi-final heat.

The sprinter celebrated early, waving to the home crowd before crossing the finish line comfortably ahead of his rivals.

He remains confident that a sub-10 second mark is a milestone he will achieve in the near future.

His rise comes as a bright spot for Australian athletics as he prepares for international competition.