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sports1 year ago

"Olympic Trials Debut: Record-Breaking Performances and Newcomers Secure Spots for Paris"

Fiona O’Keeffe shatters the US Olympic Marathon Trials record in her marathon debut, securing her spot at the Paris Olympics with a time of 2:22:10, while Emily Sisson and Dakotah Lindwurm complete the American women’s team. In the men’s race, Conner Mantz and Clayton Young secure their spots, but Leonard Korir will need another American man to run under the Olympic qualification time to join them. O’Keeffe's victory makes her the youngest-ever winner of the women’s trials and the first woman to win the event on her marathon debut, while strong contenders like Sara Hall miss out on Olympic qualification.

sports1 year ago

"Olympic Marathon Trials: Mantz, Young, and O'Keeffe Make History in Orlando"

Conner Mantz and Fiona O'Keeffe emerged as the winners of the US Olympic Marathon Trials in Orlando, securing spots for the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics. Mantz finished first in the men's category, followed by Clayton Young, while O'Keeffe claimed the top spot among the women runners. Both winners will represent the U.S. in Paris, with the possibility of a third spot for the U.S. contingent yet to be determined.

sports1 year ago

"Fiona O'Keeffe Makes History at U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials"

Fiona O'Keeffe won the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials in her marathon debut, setting a record time of 2 hours, 22 minutes, 10 seconds. She is joined on the Olympic team by Emily Sisson and Dakotah Lindwurm. O'Keeffe pulled away from the lead pack in the 19th mile, while Sisson found redemption from the 2020 trials. Several notable runners, including Aliphine Tuliamuk and Molly Seidel, withdrew from the race due to injuries.