Craig Thorne of Quispamsis will compete in the 110-metre hurdles at the Summer Olympic Games in Paris. Image: University of Guelph Athletics

New Brunswick’s Craig Thorne makes Olympic debut

Brad Perry August 4, 2024 12:59 am Last Updated on February 8, 2026 3:41 pm

A New Brunswick track and field athlete made his debut at the Paris Olympics on Sunday.

Craig Thorne of Quispamsis competed in round one of the men’s 110-metre hurdles.

Thorne placed 26th with a time of 13.60 seconds.

The 23-year-old will advance to the repechage round on Tuesday.

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