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The LA 2028 Olympics released their competition schedule, which is expected to face criticism for not maximizing exposure and opportunities for athletes like Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, who aims for double gold.
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone showcased her dominance in track and field by winning gold in the 400m at the World Championships, setting a historic time of 47.78 seconds, and excelling in the 400m hurdles, with prospects of winning double gold at the 2028 Olympics, cementing her legacy as one of the greatest athletes in her sport.
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone won her first 400m world title with a time of 47.78 seconds, nearly breaking the longstanding world record, and became the first athlete to win world titles in both hurdles and flat 400m events, marking a historic achievement at the World Championships.
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone set the fastest women's 400m time in 40 years with 47.78 seconds to win gold at the world championships, marking a significant transition from hurdles to flat racing. Meanwhile, Botswana's Busang Collen Kebinatshipi won the men's 400m in 43.53 seconds, highlighting a successful night for Africa in track events.
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone became the first woman in nearly 40 years to run the 400 meters in under 48 seconds, clocking 47.78 at the world championships in Tokyo, marking a historic achievement and challenging the longstanding world record.
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone won her first world title in the 400m at the Tokyo Championships with a time of 47.78 seconds, the second-fastest ever and just shy of the world record, setting a new championship record in a close race.
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone set a championship record of 47.78 seconds to win the women's 400m at the Tokyo 25 World Athletics Championships, in a thrilling race that saw two women break 48 seconds for the first time, with Paulino and Naser taking silver and bronze respectively.
At the USATF Outdoor Championships, Masai Russell and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone secured titles with record-breaking performances, while Jonah Koech unexpectedly won the men's 1500m in a surprise upset, with Hocker qualifying for the World Championships in a competitive race.
The U.S. Olympic Track and Field Trials in Eugene, Oregon, will see top athletes like Noah Lyles, Sha’Carri Richardson, and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone compete for spots in the 2024 Paris Games. Key events include the men's and women's 100-meter finals, with Lyles aiming to become the "fastest man on Earth" and Richardson seeking redemption after missing the 2020 Tokyo Games. McLaughlin-Levrone will focus on defending her 400-meter hurdles title. The trials will be broadcast live on NBC, USA, and Peacock.
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, the Olympic and world champion in the 400m hurdles, will miss the world track and field championships due to a minor knee issue. She made the decision to prioritize her health and focus on being fully fit for the Paris Olympics next year. McLaughlin-Levrone previously withdrew from a pre-worlds meet due to a recurring knee issue, but it is unclear if the injuries are related. Lynna Irby-Jackson will replace her in the individual 400m event at the championships.
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone wins the women's 400 meters at the U.S. track and field championships with a meet-record time of 48.74 seconds, showcasing her versatility as she transitions from the 400-meter hurdles. Sha'Carri Richardson impresses with a wind-assisted time of 21.61 seconds in the first round of the 200 meters. McLaughlin-Levrone may compete in both the open 400 and 400 hurdles at the upcoming world championships in Budapest.
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone dominates the 400 meters at the USA track and field championships, setting a world-leading time of 48.74 and a meet record. This is a new event for McLaughlin-Levrone, who previously excelled in the 400-meter hurdles. She will be joined by Britton Wilson and Talitha Diggs in representing the United States at the upcoming World Track and Field Championships in Budapest.
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone won the 400 meters at the U.S. track and field championships in a time of 48.74 seconds, just behind the U.S. record. Despite being a reigning world champion in the 400-meter hurdles, McLaughlin-Levrone has yet to decide whether she will compete in that event or the 400 meters at the upcoming world championships. Her dominant performance in the 400 meters suggests she could achieve great success in the event. Athing Mu, another member of coach Bobby Kersee's training group, also showcased her potential by finishing second in the 1,500-meter final. Both athletes are undecided on their event choices for the world championships.
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone won the U.S. 400m title at the USA Track and Field Outdoor Championships, running the second-fastest time in American history with 48.74 seconds. McLaughlin-Levrone, known for her success in the 400m hurdles, has shifted her focus to the flat 400m this season. She now leads the U.S. women's 400m team for the upcoming World Championships in Budapest and has a bye into the 400m hurdles as defending champion. McLaughlin-Levrone is expected to choose between the two events for the World Championships.
The 2023 USATF Championships in Eugene, Oregon, featured several standout performances. Sha'Carri Richardson won the women's 100-meter crown, securing her spot on Team USA for the World Athletics Championships. Cravont Charleston upset world champions Christian Coleman and Noah Lyles in the men's 100 meters. Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone impressed in the women's 400 meters, inching closer to her personal best. Anna Hall defended her heptathlon title, while Elise Cranny and Woody Kincaid claimed victories in the 10,000 meters.