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Quincy Wilson Is the Youngest-Ever Male U.S. Track Olympian: What to Know

Here's five things to know about Quincy Wilson, the youngest-ever male track Olympian from the United States

The athlete is coached by Joe Lee, who confirmed to TheWashington Post that the runner is set to be named to the U.S. team’s official roster, which will be solidified on July 8. Patrick Smith/Getty ImagesThe track and field star is originally from Chesapeake, Virginia, but his parents relocated to Gaithersburg, Maryland, so he could attend high school in the area. After the Parade of Nations and Opening Ceremony took place in July 2021, the athletes have begun competing in all sorts of new and existing sporting events — and racking up medals.

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