The 100-meter race, also known as the DASH, is a track and field event in which athletes compete to complete a 100-meter course in the shortest amount of time. The term 'DASH' is derived from the 4-letter word used to describe this event. A SPRINT is another term for the same event, derived from the 6-letter word used to describe it. This event is one of the most popular track and field events, and is often featured in the Olympics.