Hughes represents the Racers Track Club in Jamaica and Shaftesbury Barnet Harriers in Great Britain. His coach at Racers Track Club is Glen Mills. Known by nicknames "Swift" and "Captain," Hughes was given the latter by Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt due to his ambition to become a pilot.

Hughes idolises English footballer Marcus Rashford, Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt, and US sprinter Tyson Gay. His sporting philosophy is encapsulated in his motto: "The impossible will stay impossible unless you attempt to change it." In 2015, he became the first athlete representing Great Britain to win gold in the 200m at a Diamond League event in Lausanne, Switzerland.

Challenges and Setbacks

In 2016, Hughes faced a posterior cruciate ligament injury in his right knee, which affected his chances of qualifying for the Rio Olympics. He described it as devastating that it happened in an Olympic year. Earlier, in 2014, he suffered a hamstring injury at the Inter-Secondary Schools Boys and Girls Championships in Jamaica.

Representing Great Britain

Born in Sandy Ground, Anguilla, Hughes represented Anguilla at junior international level. However, due to the territory not having a National Olympic Committee (NOC), he switched to Great Britain in 2015. He has held a British passport since birth because Anguilla is a British overseas territory. He could have also chosen to represent Jamaica, where his mother is from.

Training and Residence

Hughes moved to Jamaica at age 16 on a scholarship at the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) High Performance Training Centre. He later joined the Racers Track Club in Kingston, where he trained with sprinters like Usain Bolt, Yohan Blake, and Warren Weir. He expressed his admiration for these athletes and how training with them was a dream come true.

Aspiring Pilot

Outside of athletics, Hughes has a private pilot's licence. He achieved this after completing a solo flight with just five hours of airborne experience. Hughes finds flying more relaxed compared to the pressures of athletics. He enjoys the sense of freedom and control when piloting an aircraft.

Future Ambitions

Looking ahead, Hughes aims to win gold at the Olympic Games. Beyond his athletic career, he aspires to become a commercial airline pilot. His hobbies include piloting aircraft, playing video games, watching football, and supporting Manchester United.

Hughes's journey from Anguilla to representing Great Britain showcases his dedication and resilience. Despite facing injuries and challenges, he continues to strive for excellence both on the track and in the air.