Horns sounding, whistles blowing, it's a festive atmosphere
The scent of scrumptious Jamaican foods permeates the air.
The colours of the rainbow are well represented
Young and old, men and women, are acting so demented.
But fanatical support at Champs is really common place
The athletes and the spectators are involved in every race.
Fast moving pistons; arms and legs running down the track
Wildly cheering spectators jumping on each other's back.
Good natured teasing from supporters of various teams
Concentrated expressions as the athletes chase their dreams.
Some of the favourites oblige, and the audience shares the thrills
But some do not survive, and their hearts break in the spills.
The competition is fierce; the winner can be one of three
It's not yet clear who'll win, Calabar, Wolmer's, or KC.
The stars are passing through, bringing memories of times past
This is supreme entertainment; there could be no better cast.
The relays have begun and it's either Wolmer's or Calabar
The rivalry is so hot, it's like these runners are at war!
The supporters are in a frenzy; everyone is on their feet
If it's Wolmer's, after 54 years, victory will be sweet.
Just like Champs 2009, it's down to the last race
It's either C-Bar or Wolmer's; it depends on how they place.
This is like a movie where the script is just too lie
For it's down to the last event, and both schools are in a tie!
It's a most fitting end to Champs 100 in 2010
This kind of excitement, you never know if you'll see again.
The Penultimate even has run; Holmwood defended their crown
The cheers ring out; if possible, the excitement has surely grown.
There's a restive, uneasy quiet for the start of the last race
Contained excitement shines brightly on every supporter's face.
The gun goes off, Calabar wants it; but Wolmer's wants it more
And as Wolmer's surges to the front, the crowd lets out a roar.
C-Bar needed a miracle, something heaven sent
Everyone knew the four by four is Wolmer's' pet event.
Wolmer's didn't win the race, they placed a healthy second
C-Bar finished down the track, their runner couldn't respond.
So it's Wolmer's at the start, in between, and a century later
The others must've felt great, but I bet this win feels greater.
Once again sports has shown that in life nothing is guaranteed
That working hard, and planning a course, is your best bet to succeed.
Duhaney A. Smith
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