Grant Holloway on the unusal compliment he received from Jamaican rival Hansle Parchment after winning 110mH Olympic gold

In the aftermath of Grant Holloway’s remarkable Olympic victory in Paris, Jamaican 110-meter hurdles star Hansie Parchment offered an unexpected but insightful compliment to his American rival, acknowledging Holloway’s consistency and dominance in the sport. 

Holloway, who has been unstoppable since turning professional in 2019, secured the one title that had eluded him—the Olympic gold—in a commanding performance that further cemented his place at the top of the hurdles world.

While Holloway’s extraordinary achievements have made him the dominant force in the 110-meter hurdles, breaking the world record isn’t his main priority. Instead, his focus is on building a lasting legacy through consistency and gold medal success.

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Reflecting on a recent conversation with Parchment, Holloway shared how the 34-year-old Jamaican hurdler, who finished a disappointing eighth in the final in Paris, praised him in a way that stood out.

“I was having a conversation with Hansie Parchment the other day and he was like, ‘You are doing a great thing,’” Holloway told

“‘You are the most consistent. We meet directors know what we are going to get out of you, and they know how it is going to be, and that is what makes you a great athlete.’ And just for him to say that, blessings.”

Holloway has dominated the 110mH since turning pro, with the 2020 Olympic silver medal the only blemish in his near-perfect career, but he is still not thinking about breaking the world record yet.

Parchment’s acknowledgment highlights the hallmark of Holloway’s success: his unmatched consistency. Since turning pro, Holloway has consistently delivered top-tier performances, winning three world championship golds in the 110m hurdles outdoors and two more in the 60m hurdles indoors. 

His most recent triumph came at the Paris 2024 Olympics, where he finally claimed the Olympic title, ringing the iconic victory bell five times at the Stade de France to symbolize his five world championship victories.

Beyond the wins, Holloway has etched his name into the record books with the most sub-13-second finishes in 110-meter hurdle history, including a stellar performance at the Zurich Diamond League just days ago. But for the American star, it’s not just about time—it’s about finding consistency in execution.

“That is the thing about hurdles, if you stay consistent, you can surprise yourself,” Holloway explained. His ability to execute race after race has become his signature, and it’s a trait that Parchment, himself a former Olympic champion, recognized and praised.

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With the Diamond League title within reach in Brussels, Holloway remains laser-focused on maintaining his winning form. While the world record may eventually fall, his sights are set on continuing his winning ways.

 “Continue to win. Continue to run sub-13s, stay consistent. One day the world record will come. I am not too worried about it as long as I keep winning and have performances like that where I know what I am doing right and what I am doing wrong,” Holloway said.