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Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone will still only be 28 at the 2008 Olympic Games, but has hinted at possibly quiting to focus on her 'other aspirations'
American hurdling icon Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, who has etched her name into the annals of track and field with record-breaking achievements, recently hinted that the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics might mark her swansong.
While she’s open to competing in her home country in four years, she remains uncertain if she will extend her career beyond the landmark event.
At just 24, McLaughlin-Levrone has already achieved an astonishing series of accolades. With gold medals from the 2020 and 2024 Olympics and a World Championship title from 2022, she has pushed the boundaries of athletic excellence in the 400-meter hurdles.
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12:45 - 26.10.2024
Jamaican sprint legend Veronica Campbell Brown on why her 2008 Olympic 200m crown holds a special place in her heart
Campbell Brown won eight Olympic medals during her illastrious career, but has explained why her 200m gold medal at the Beijing games in 2008 holds a particular special place in her heart.
Her latest milestone came at the 2024 Summer Olympics, where she set a breathtaking new world record of 50.37 seconds, shattering her previous mark of 50.65. Known for breaking four world records in the 400-meter hurdles within a span of just 13 months, McLaughlin-Levrone became the first woman to smash the 52-second (June 2021) and 51-second (July 2022) barriers in the event.
In addition to her individual medals, she has also clinched gold in the 4x400-meter relay at each major competition she attended.
Known for her outspoken Christian faith, McLaughlin-Levrone has openly shared her conviction, once declaring she wouldn’t compromise her beliefs even if it risked brand endorsements.
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09:30 - 27.10.2024
'He was an anomaly' - American legend Maurice Greene on why modern sprinters get it wrong by copying Usain Bolt's running style
Greene has revealed how Usain Bolt's height forced him to adapt and adjust his running style in a way that suited his body, which modern athletes have mistakenly tried to copy-paste.
Reflecting on her goals in the USATF Journey to Gold podcast, she said, “I would love to make it to LA. It just makes sense. We are almost there. It’s kind of crazy, and this is also year five of being a pro, which is crazy when you say it out loud.”
Looking toward 2028, she revealed aspirations of potentially transitioning to focus exclusively on the 400 meters, though she remains unsure of the timing
“I still have time and, God willing, health,” she said. “I love the sport, but it is what I do and not who I am. I want to do it well, the best I can, for as long as I can. When we decide to make the shift, we will make the shift. But I have other aspirations in life.”
Alongside her hurdles dominance, McLaughlin-Levrone has also expressed her desire to improve in the 200 meters, setting a personal best of 22.07 seconds and eyeing the possibility of a sub-22-second run.
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05:38 - 24.10.2024
'The Jamaicans are always dangerous' - American sprint legend reveals key threats to Gabby Thomas' title defence
Two former track stars discuss Gabby Thomas' prospects of winning 200m title at the 2025 World Championships highlighting her talent while acknowledging fierce competition from Jamaicans.
“I hate putting the numbers out there, but I would be happy with 21-anything, even if it was 21.99. I just want to say that ‘I went under 22.’ It may happen or not, but that is what I am working for.”
As McLaughlin-Levrone approaches a pivotal phase in her career, her remarkable drive and faith continue to fuel her journey, ensuring her legacy in the sport transcends mere records and medals.
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