About Richard Kilty
60m, 100m 4 x 100m relay specialist
Richard Kilty has consistently fought through adversity to become one of GB’s most decorated sprinters today.
Growing up, Richard was a sprint sensation winning multiple national school’s championships as he rose through the age group rankings. However, unlike many who unfortunately are not able to develop their success as a youth, Richard has truly raised the bar when it comes to being a championship performer.
In 2014 Richard defied the odds, and became a World Indoor Champion, beating some of fastest men in history to claim the 60m title – he has since gone on to become a 2 x European Indoor Champion, as well as a Gold medallist as an integral part of the GB strike 4 relay at both European Championships in 2014 & Commonwealth Games 2018.
Career Highlights: World 60m Indoor Champion, 2 x European Indoor Champion, 2018 Commonwealth Games Champion (4x100m), 2014 European Outdoor Champion (4x100m), European Team Championships 200m Champion, Team GB & Team Europe Captain.