Sprinter Gout Gout’s Humble Hyundai After $6M Deal Exposes Australia’s Cost-of-Living Crisis

Aussie Sprint Star Gout Gout’s Humble Hyundai Choice Amid Racial Profiling
By Andrew Prentice, Sport Reporter
Published: 2 September 2025

[Image: Gout Gout posing with his Hyundai i30]
Caption: Gout Gout, 17, opts for a modest Hyundai i30 despite his $6 million Adidas deal.

Australian sprint sensation Gout Gout, set to compete at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, is making headlines not just for his blistering speed but for his humble choice of car: a Hyundai i30. The decision, he reveals, stems from the racial profiling he faces in public—a stark reminder of lingering prejudice in society.

Racial Profiling and Modest Choices
Despite signing a lucrative $6 million deal with Adidas, the Ipswich Grammar School student avoids flashy cars to dodge unwanted attention. “[I’ve] never been pulled over by police,” Gout told News Corp, “but in shops, people look at you differently. I’ve built a tolerance.” His coach, Di Sheppard, bluntly attributes the Hyundai choice to “racial profiling,” referencing the unjust scrutiny faced by people of color.

[Image: Gout training on the track]
Caption: Gout’s raw talent has drawn comparisons to Usain Bolt.

A Rising Star with Olympic Dreams
Gout’s talent is undeniable. At just 17, he clocked an unofficial 9.94 seconds in a 100m school event and holds the Oceania 200m record (20.02 seconds). While comparisons to Usain Bolt swirl, his team—including manager James Templeton—keeps him grounded. “He’s got work to do before he’s world-class,” Sheppard insists.

Born in Brisbane to South Sudanese parents, Gout eyes the 2032 Brisbane Olympics as his ultimate goal. “Winning gold at home would be incredible,” he says.

[Image: Hyundai i30 parked on a street]
Caption: The Hyundai i30: A practical choice to avoid stereotypes.

Defying Expectations
Gout’s confidence matches his speed. After training with Olympic champion Noah Lyles in the U.S., he jokingly warned the American, “I’m coming for you in Tokyo.” While his future shines bright, his focus remains on incremental growth.

With a supportive team and relentless drive, Gout Gout is sprinting toward history—one humble step at a time.

[Image: Gout celebrating after a race]
Caption: The teen phenom aims for Olympic glory by 2032.

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