Fred Kerley Wins Men's 100-Meter Final at Enhanced Games Amid Controversy

Fred Kerley of the United States won the men's 100-meter final at the Enhanced Games in Las Vegas on May 24, 2026. The event allows athletes to use performance-enhancing drugs that are FDA-approved, although Kerley chose not to use them. He finished the race with a time of 9.97 seconds, falling short of Usain Bolt's world record of 9.58 seconds. Following the race, Kerley made comments about his competitors, stating, 'Y’all gotta do better than that,' which sparked a response from fellow sprinter Marvin Bracy-Williams. Bracy-Williams expressed his discontent with Kerley's remarks, emphasizing respect for all athletes. Kerley later clarified that he views the competition as serious, stating, 'I'm here to disrespect the field.' Kerley received $250,000 for his victory, while Bracy-Williams earned $75,000 for finishing third. Kerley is currently serving a two-year ban from international competition due to missed drug tests.