Matthew Hudson-Smith

Matthew Hudson-Smith, born on October 26, 1994, is a distinguished British sprinter renowned for his exceptional prowess in the 400 metres. He has etched his name in the annals of athletics as the fifth fastest athlete of all time over this distance, showcasing his remarkable talent on the global stage.

In September 2024, Hudson-Smith achieved the pinnacle of his career by being ranked the number one 400 m runner in the world. His impressive accolades include six British titles—five in the 400 m and one in the 200 m—along with victories in five Diamond League events. He has also claimed two individual European titles and an individual Olympic silver medal, complemented by silver and bronze medals from the World Championships and a Commonwealth silver medal.

Beyond individual accolades, Hudson-Smith has made significant contributions to relay events, securing an Olympic bronze medal, a World Championships bronze medal, and multiple European medals, including two golds. He holds the European and British records for the 4 × 400 m relay, having achieved a remarkable time of 2:55.83 with the GB Team during the Paris 2024 Olympics.

As of September 2024, he boasts a personal best of 43.44 seconds in the 400 m, a record that solidifies his status as the greatest British and European 400 m runner in history. Hudson-Smith is also celebrated as the most decorated British male athlete in European Championships history, with seven medals to his name, second only to the legendary French sprinter Christophe Lemaitre.