Ipswich sprinter Gout Gout capped his final school meet with a record 400m win for Ipswich Grammar School at the GPS Track and Field Championships in Brisbane.
Background And Athletic Progression
Gout Gout, a 17-year-old athlete from Ipswich, completed his final appearance for Ipswich Grammar School with a record performance at the GPS Championships on Friday, 24 October 2025. His junior career has included breaking national marks, winning major school titles, and progressing to international competition.
Over the past year, he set the Australian 200m record in December 2024 with a 20.04 run in Brisbane, later improving it to 20.02 in Ostrava in 2025. His strong season earned him a place at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, where he reached the semifinals of the 200m.
Record 400m Performance In Brisbane
At the GPS Track and Field Championships, Gout chose the 400m instead of his usual 200m event. He finished in 46.14 seconds, setting a new meet record and narrowly finishing ahead of Brisbane Grammar School’s Seth Kennedy, who also ran under the previous mark.
He then anchored Ipswich Grammar School’s 4x100m relay team, securing another win in a meet-record time of 41.30 seconds. The performance added to his history of multiple record-setting runs during his time in the school colours.
Ipswich Grammar Connection
Gout has attended Ipswich Grammar School since Year 7, establishing himself as a leading figure in the school’s sprinting program. Across his school career, he set multiple GPS records and built a profile as one of the nation’s most promising young athletes.
Next Steps Beyond Ipswich
With his school athletics journey complete, Gout now turns his focus toward higher-level competition. His record-breaking year, national title, and World Championships campaign position him for continued progress on the international stage.
Outlook
Gout’s final GPS appearance closed a defining chapter of his career while reinforcing his status as a rising Australian sprinter. His achievements in Ipswich and beyond have set a strong foundation for his transition into full senior competition.
Published 4-Nov-2025
