Gold for Barbados: Ashlyn Simmons wins the island’s first gold medal at CARIFTA Games

Barbados end opening day in Grenada with four medals; Saint Lucia grab three

By Kurtis Hinds Ashlyn Simmons and Kadia Rock both finished on the podium for Team Barbados before a post-race disqualification saw the Bajans upgraded to a relay bronze during the second session on the opening day of the CARIFTA Games in Grenada. Competing in the Under-20 Girls’ 1 500m, Simmons’ blistering kick for home with 600m left stunned the field, as she led by as many as 30 metres at one stage. The sizeable gap was significantly reduced …

Gold for Barbados: Ashlyn Simmons wins the island’s first gold medal at CARIFTA Games

Gold for Barbados! Ashlyn Simmons claims the island’s first gold medal at CARIFTA 2026, topping the Under-20 Girls 1500m with a winning time of 4:36.94 in Grenada. The post Gold for Barbados: Ashlyn Simmons wins the island’s first gold medal at CARIFTA Games appeared first on Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation.