Introduction
Andre De Grasse is one of the best sprinters in Canadian track and field record. His wonderful performance makes him eligible for two medals at the 2016 Rio Olympics. He would represent his country in three track and field events at the Tokyo Olympics. If he wins medals this time, it will create a history for Canadian athletics. Here are a few other things about De Grasse.
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His love for basketball
He grew up playing basketball in Markham, Ontario, before started training in track and field as a career opportunity. He played basketball against NBA players like Andrew Wiggins. But when he realized he was quick, he shifted to sprint. He later started a basketball league in Canada and named it the Andre De Grasse Holiday Classic.
Net worth
Andre De Grasse signed a $ 11.25 million (INR 92.15 Cr) deal with Puma in 2015. Along with the bonuses, he was expected to earn approx $ 30 million (INR 2,45.73 Cr) from this deal. He is doing amazing. His net worth as of 2023 is $ 4 million (INR 32.76 Cr).
Medals
He won three medals at the 2016 Rio Olympics and three bronze and one silver in World Championship. He is also a two-time Pan American champion, & has won two gold medals in the 2015 Games held in Toronto.
Outstanding Rio Olympics
Andre De Grasse became the first Canadian to hold three medals at a single Olympics. Lined up against Usain Bolt and Justin Gatlin in the 100m sprint, the 21-year old has finished with a bronze. He made equalled Usain Bolt again in the 200-meter final. These two athletes ended up with the silver, and De Grasse will always remember the moment. Injury
He was on an all-time high after the Rio Olympics & continued winning medals in international competitions. The speedster hit a major on the road & suffered an injury during the World Championships in England. According to the MRI reports the injury was a Grade 2 tear which kept him off track and field for three months.
Early Life
He was born in Ontario, Canada. His mother also was a high school sprinter in Trinidad and Tobago. Ans his father Alexander Waithe, immigrated to Canada from Barbados when he was young. He was born in Markham, Ontario, and relocated to Fonthill, Ontario, in the Niagara Region of Ontario.
The sprinter started playing basketball in high school, and at one point faced NBA player Andrew Wiggins of Vaughan Secondary School. By performing in the York Region Championship he ran his first high school track race in basketball shorts and borrowed spikes. Being his lack of experience, he came in second in the 100m. Tony Sharpe, his future coach, goes through his excellent achievements. Grasse was then gradually invited to join Pickering’s Speed Academy.
Personal Info
| Real Name | Andre De Grasse |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Date of Birth | 10th November 1994.. |
| Birthplace | Scarborough, Ontario, Canada. |
| Age | 28 Years. |
| Parents | Beverley De Grasse. Alexander Waithe. |
| Star Sign | Scorpio. |
| Gender | Male. |
| Height | 176 Cm/ 5 Feet 9 Inches. |
| Weight | 70 Kgs / 154 lbs. |
| Eye color | Black. |
| Hair color | Black. |
| School | St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Catholic Elementary School. Mother Teresa Catholic School in Markham. Father Michael McGivney Catholic Academy. Milliken Mills High School. |
| College | Coffeyville Community College. |
| University | The University of Southern California. |
| Relationship Status | Single |
| Marital status | Married. |
| Residence | Orlando |
| Wife | Nia Ali |
| Children | The couple has a daughter, Yuri, born in June 2018 and a second child who was born in May 2021. |
| Religion | Catholic. |
Career
He placed third in the 4×100 meter relay in 2016 as well as the 2020 Olympic games. At the 2019 World Athletics Championships, he took bronze in the 100 meters and silver in the 200 meters. Now he holds the record for the fastest man in Canada and is the 8th fastest man in history.
This rising Champion is the first sprinter from Canada to win three Olympic medals in a single Game. His achievement overtook the two gold medals earned by Canadian sprinters Donovan Bailey and Percy Williams in a single Olympics. De Grasse holds a medal in every final of the Olympic and World Championships.
Career Info
| Real Name | Andre De Grasse |
| Profession | Canadian sprinter |
| Sports | Track and field. |
| Events | Sprints. |
| Team | Red Ravens (2013–2014). |
| Club | ALTIS (2015–2018). |
| Team | Puma |
| Coached by | John Coghlan (since 2022) Rana Reider (2018–2022) Stuart McMillan |
| Achievements and titles | |
| Personal | 60 m: 6.60i (Lincoln, 2015) |
| Best(s) | 100 m: 9.89 (Tokyo, 2021) 200 m: 19.62 NR (Tokyo, 2021) |
| Net Worth | $ 4 million (INR 32.76 Cr). |
| Last Updated | June 2023. |
Social Media
| 71.9K Followers | Click Here | |
| 388K followers | Click Here | |
| Youtube Channel | 8.59K subscribers | Click Here |
| 151K followers | Click Here | |
| Last Updated | June 2023. |
Parents
His mother, Beverly De Grasse was a high school sprinter in Trinidad and Tobago. His father, Alexander Waithe, moved from Barbados to Canada as a teenager. So he has also its origins in the Caribbean islands.
In the 4x100m relays, the tussle for the top honours will be between USA and Jamaica. But winning three medals in a single Olympics is history itself and De Grasse is approaching the path f become a legend in this profession.
FAQ
Q.Who sponsors Andre De Grasse?
Ans:- Currently he is endorsed by Puma.
Q.How tall is De Grasse?
Ans:- He stands tall at 176 Cm/ 5 Feet 9 Inches.
