The vibe at the World Relays in Guangzhou, China, on May 10, 2025, was buzzing. Despite the pouring weather and wet tracks, the crowd was still enthusiastic, their cheers booming as the U.S. women’s 4x100m relay team stepped onto the track for the big final. With the cool-as-a-cucumber Twanisha Terry anchoring, the squad pulled off an amazing run. After all, it was her performance in the end that helped the women of Team USA redeem themselves. So much so that Terry even got some cool words from the man himself, Noah Lyles. But what?
Well, for that, we might need to rewind a bit. Back to the World Relays, where Terry crossed the finish line in a rapid 42.87 seconds to grab first place. Canada came in second with 43.11 seconds, also snagging an Olympic spot, but all eyes were on the American team as they celebrated a tough win that also punched their ticket to the World Relays final. For U.S. track fans, this felt like sweet redemption—a much-needed breath of fresh air after years of relay headaches.
Right after the women’s 4x100m victory, sprint king Noah Lyles hopped on X to cheer on Terry. In a quick 9-word message, Lyles wrote, “Your composer on that hand off was otherworldly.” As an Olympic champ who crushed the 200m American record with 19.31 seconds in 2024, Lyles knows all about pressure races. This wasn’t just a casual tweet; it was a massive shout-out to Terry for nailing a perfect handoff when it mattered most.
One thing about it, I’ll always remain composed https://t.co/BigFxvh1w7
— Twanisha Terry, OLY (@TeeTeeTerry_) May 10, 2025
And we all know that it’s a skill that had stumped the U.S. mixed relay team earlier that day. Just hours before Terry’s epic anchor leg, the U.S. mixed 4x100m relay team had flopped in their first race, leaving everyone scratching their heads. A messy handoff between Jada Mowatt and Kendal Williams meant a crushing disqualification.
This mishap was a stark reminder of America’s notorious relay problem: handoffs. Since way back in 1912, the Americans have often struggled with those lightning-fast, blind exchanges, especially with runners flying down the track. The mixed relay’s earlier failure cast a dark cloud over the team, making fans wonder if the relays ‘curse’ would ever lift.
Terry Calling Herself Composed and a Woman of Many Things
On May 10, 2025, Twanisha Terry truly showed why she’s a fan favorite, leading the U.S. women’s 4x100m relay team to a blazing win in their heat at the World Relays in Guangzhou, China. Just before the race, Terry hopped on X, dropping a confident message about her mindset: “One thing about it, I’ll always remain composed .” And boy, did she show it!
She nailed that handoff and flew across the finish line, securing the top spot over Canada. For fans, her words weren’t just talk; they were a promise she delivered on, reflecting the incredible mental toughness that’s always been her signature. But Terry’s confidence isn’t just about how fast she runs. She’s a woman of many talents, inspiring folks both on and off the track.
She got real about her resilience, saying, “Being a sprinter has taught me that we are very resilient people. We know how to push through those obstacles and be able to get things done in a certain time frame, or know that time makes a big difference,” to Olympics.com. This kind of thinking has powered her to Olympic gold in Paris 2024 and snagged her multiple world championship titles.
It’s no wonder fans connect with Terry when she calls herself a “woman of many things”—she’s not just a sprinter; she’s a true leader and a shining example of never giving up. But things aren’t ending just yet. After all, the World Championships and Tokyo are yet to come. And it will be there that the true mettle of Twanisha and co. will be challenged.
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