The women’s 400m hurdles is hurtling toward one of its most anticipated chapters yet, a high-stakes rivalry between the indomitable Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone and the unrelenting Femke Bol. And if early-season …
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Why Mechelle Lewis Freeman Left the USA Track & Field Relays Team
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAs USA Track & Field’s Head Women’s Relays Coach since 2022, Mechelle Lewis Freeman was the architect of those high-pressure, high-stakes moments. She wasn’t just calling the shots, she was …
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Why Michael Johnson’s League Is Struggling to Grow
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooWhen Michael Johnson announced the launch of the Grand Slam Track series in 2025, it felt like a long-overdue revival for elite track and field. The Olympic legend was positively …
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Rome Diamond League Preview: Will Fred Kerley Finally Turn the Tables on Akani Simbine?
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooSouth African star Akani Simbine has turned the men’s 100m into his personal playground, consistently hitting the podium at every major meet so far this year. First, second, third, it …
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Gabby Thomas: The Secret Chamber Behind Her Success
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooGabby Thomas, the Olympic sprint sensation who stole hearts and snagged medals at the Paris 2024 Games, is showing no signs of slowing down. Even after a stellar start to …
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Why Junelle Bromfield Feared Dating Olympic Champion Noah Lyles
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooIn October 2024, the world swooned when Noah Lyles, the ever-charismatic Olympic sprint champion, posted a tender, almost cinematic proposal to Junelle Bromfield on Instagram. Beneath a soft glow and …
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From Almost Quitting to World-Class: How Josh Hoey’s Story Redefines What It Means to Be Resilient
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooOn May 14, American track and field fans got a jolt of excitement, Josh Hoey was officially added to the challenger’s lineup for the Philadelphia edition of Grand Slam Track. …
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Track and Field Fans Debate Jordan Anthony’s Bid for Team USA Spot
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooOn May 31st, 20-year-old Jordan Anthony, a redshirt sophomore sprinter at the University of Arkansas, electrified the track at the NCAA West First Round in College Station, Texas. Running the …
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Over 100 UK Athletes Call for 2029 World Athletics Return to London
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooMore than 100 UK top athletes have written directly to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, urging government support for London’s bid to stage the 2029 World Athletics Championships. In an open …
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Favour Ofili Withdraws from Racers Grand Prix
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooNigerian sprint sensation Favour Ofili has withdrawn from the 2025 Racers Grand Prix, scheduled for Saturday, June 7, at the National Stadium in Kingston, Jamaica. Jamaican analyst Kemal Forde confirmed …
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Why Tyreek Hill Could Match Noah Lyles on the Track
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooIn the world of elite speed, Noah Lyles reigns supreme. The Olympic gold medalist and world champion boasts a personal best of 9.79 seconds in the 100m, cementing his status as the Fastest …
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Letsile Tebogo Spoils Himself with a Lavish Gift Ahead of 22nd Birthday
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooBotswana’s golden boy, Letsile Tebogo, knows how to mark a milestone in style. Just days before turning 22, the Olympic sprint champion treated himself to a jaw-dropping new ride . …
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Alysia Montaño: The Real Cost of Motherhood in Track and Field
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooIn 2014, two-time World Championships bronze medalist Alysia Montaño stunned the world when she competed in the 800-meter race at the USA Nationals while eight months pregnant. The images of …
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Noah Lyles: Why New Focus on Block Starts Might Be a Game-Changer
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooNoah Lyles has always been box office, whether it’s his blistering speed on the track or his bold, unfiltered takes off it. But as the 2025 season rolls on, while …
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Justin Gatlin: The 0.01-Second Loss to Usain Bolt That Still Haunts Him
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooIn one of the most nail-biting 100-meter finals in history, Usain Bolt edged out Justin Gatlin by just 0.01 seconds at the 2015 World Athletics Championships in Beijing. Bolt clocked …
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Rhasidat Adeleke: Ireland’s Sprinting Prodigy Making Waves on Global Stage
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAt just 22 years old, Rhasidat Adeleke has already cemented her place as one of Ireland’s greatest athletes. Born on August 29, 2002, in Dublin, Adeleke proudly represents Ireland while …
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How Gatlin-Bolt Rivalry Became a Shared Journey of Growth
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAt the height of his career, Justin Gatlin was a dominant force. He was beating nearly every sprinter in the world. Every sprinter except one. And that one man, Usain …
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Sha’Carri Richardson Poised for a High-Energy Summer Campaign
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe track and field world has been buzzing with anticipation for Sha’Carri Richardson’s return, and if history has taught us anything, it’s never smart to count her out. After months …
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Why Grant Fisher Missed Philadelphia Grand Slam
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAmerican star Grant Fisher, known for his mastery of the grueling 5000m and 10000m, has earned a reputation through medals. Fresh off a historic double podium in Paris, where Fisher …
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How Young Sprinters Pose a Threat to Sha’Carri Richardson’s Dominance
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooFor years, Sha’Carri Richardson has dazzled the track and field world with her speed, charisma, and unapologetic presence. The reigning queen of the 100 meter has cemented her status as …
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How Grant Holloway discovered his greatness
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAmerican sprint hurdler Grant Holloway has long been celebrated as a generational talent, a man with lightning speed, unmatched athleticism, and an irresistible swagger. But behind the headlines and record-breaking …
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Noah Lyles Calls for Fair Support Between Track Athletes and Sports Celebrities
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooNoah Lyles has cemented his legacy as one of the fastest men on the planet, joining an exclusive club as only the fifth man in history to win the 100m, …
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Noah Lyles: Why American Sports Leagues Should Drop the Term “World Champion”
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooIn August 2023, Noah Lyles stood on top of the world. Fresh from a historic triple gold medal haul at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, the American sprint star …
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Kip Keino Star Athletes Captivated by Kenya’s Untamed Beauty
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAs the dust settled on the tracks of the Kip Keino Classic 2025, a group of international athletes swapped their spikes for safari hats, embarking on a memorable adventure through …
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Kenny Bednarek Sets New Personal Best and World Lead to Win Men’s 100m in Philadelphia
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooKenny Bednarek’s electric form continued this weekend as the two-time Olympic silver medallist blazed to a personal best and joint-world lead of 9.86 seconds to win the men’s 100m at …
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Melissa Jefferson-Wooden clocks world-leading time to win women’s 100m at GST Philadelphia
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooMelissa Jefferson-Wooden sent a thunderous message to the sprinting world on Sunday, blazing to a world-leading 10.73 seconds in the women’s 100m at the Grand Slam Track (GST) meeting in Philadelphia. The Olympic …
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Ackera Nugent wins in Philadelphia as Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Falls Short in Women’s 100m Return
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooJamaican sensation Ackera Nugent continued her remarkable season with a history-making performance at the Grand Slam Track meet in Philadelphia on Sunday 1. Ackera Nugent became the first athlete to …
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Jamal Britt Clinches 100m/110mH Crown at GST Philadelphia
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooJamal Britt claimed the overall crown at the Grand Slam Track (GST) meet in Philadelphia, delivering standout performances in both the 100 meters and 110-meter hurdles to secure the coveted …
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Grand Slam Track: Nico Young Delivers Late Surge to Take Philadelphia 3000m win
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAmerican distance star Nico Young announced his arrival on the professional stage with a commanding victory in the men’s 3000m at the Philadelphia Grand Slam meet. Young unleashed a blistering …
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Kip Keino Classic: Olympic Champion Camryn Rogers Smashes Season Best to Win Women’s Hammer Throw
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooReigning Olympic champion Camryn Rogers made her maiden trip to Africa a memorable one, clinching victory in emphatic fashion at the Kip Keino Classic on Saturday. The 25-year-old Canadian dominated …
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Egypt’s Esraa Owis stunned the field at the 2025 Kip Keino Classic, soaring to a wind-assisted 6.94m (+2.4m/s) to claim victory in the women’s long jump on Saturday afternoon. The …
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Lachlan Kennedy stuns favorites Walaza and Omanyala to claim 100m gold at Kip Keino Classic
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAustralian sprinter Lachlan Kennedy delivered a career-defining performance, storming to victory in the men’s 100 metres at the Kip Keino Classic on Saturday. Kennedy, largely considered an underdog in a …
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Kip Keino Classic: American Star Jonah Koech Lights Up His Country of Birth with 800m win
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe Ulinzi Sports Complex witnessed high drama and raw emotion on Saturday as Kenyan-born American, Jonah Koech, stunned a strong field to claim victory in the men’s 800m at the …
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Kip Keino Classic: Ethiopian Trio Asefa, Tufa, and Gesese Stage 3000m Smash and Grab in Nairobi
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe Kip Keino Classic witnessed a thrilling spectacle on Saturday evening as Ethiopia’s Wosane Asefa, Kena Tufa, and Firehiwot Gesese staged a dramatic clean sweep in the women’s 3000m steeplechase …
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Joseph Fahnbulleh dominates men’s 200m at Kip Keino Classic
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooLiberian sprint sensation Joseph Fahnbulleh stamped his authority on the track with a commanding victory in the men’s 200m at the Kip Keino Classic, held on Saturday at Nairobi’s Ulinzi …
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Kip Keino Classic: Hailemaryam Amare Dazzles in 5000m Win
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooFormer African double champion Hailemaryam Amare delivered a brilliant display of tactical running to claim victory in the men’s 5000m at the 2025 Kip Keino Classic, held on Saturday afternoon …
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Kip Keino Classic: Sarah Chelangat Triumphs in Women’s 5000m
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooUganda’s Sarah Chelangat etched her name into history on Saturday afternoon with a commanding victory in the women’s 5000m at the 2025 Kip Keino Classic. Running under clear skies at …
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Kip Keino Classic: Mercy Oketch Clocks Personal Best to Claim Women’s 400m Title
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooWorld Relays bronze medallist Mercy Oketch delivered a career-defining performance at the Absa Kip Keino Classic on Saturday evening, storming to victory in the women’s 400m final with a stunning …
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Kip Keino Classic: Olympic Champion Ethan Katzberg Claims Men’s Hammer Throw Title With a World Lead
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooOlympic champion Ethan Katzberg maintained his dominance in the men’s hammer throw, winning with a world-leading mark at the Kip Keino Classic in Nairobi. The 22-year-old Canadian star delivered a …
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Kip Keino Classic: Peter Mwangi Misses Out as George Malala Claims Men’s Shot Put Title
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooGeorge Malala delivered a 15.69-metre throw to claim the men’s shot put title at the sixth edition of the Kip Keino Classic at Ulinzi Sports Complex in Nairobi. Trailing closely …
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Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone: Why Triumph in the 100m Hurdles Could Transform Her Athletic Journey
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooReigning queen of the 400m hurdles Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone has dazzled audiences with her record-breaking performances, earning four Olympic gold medals and consistently dominating the women’s long hurdles scene. Yet, as …
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Sha’Carri Richardson’s Vision to Redefine Track and Field
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAmerican sprint queen Sha’Carri Richardson is stepping into a bold new chapter, one that stretches far beyond medals, podiums, or Olympic records. In 2025, Richardson isn’t just chasing glory on …
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How Gabby Thomas and Sha’Carri Richardson’s Athlos League Leadership Will Transform Women’s Track
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThere’s an undeniable buzz in the air surrounding Alexis Ohanian’s Athlos League as it prepares for a groundbreaking pivot in women’s track and field. Set to officially launch in a …
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Usain Bolt: One Race That Sparked Nerves in a Legendary Career
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooUsain Bolt, the fastest man in history, dominated the 100m and 200m sprints with unmatched flair, setting world records that still stand today. Yet, despite his legendary status, there was …
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NFL Star Tyreek Hill Reaffirms Plan to Race Olympic Champion Noah Lyles
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe long-brewing sprint rivalry between NFL superstar Tyreek Hill and Olympic champion Noah Lyles looks set to finally hit the track. For months now, the Miami Dolphins wide receiver has …
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Christian Coleman vs. Christian Miller: Who Will Reign Supreme at Philadelphia Grand Slam Track Showdown?
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooOnce regarded as the natural heir to Usain Bolt’s sprinting crown, Christian Coleman now finds himself in unfamiliar, uncomfortable territory, battling defeat. The former world champion and perennial 100m favorite …
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Shawnti Jackson: The Rising Sprint Star Set to Shake Up 100m Event
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooJust a couple of weeks ago, many might have written off Shawnti Jackson’s season as underwhelming. At the SEC Outdoor Track and Field Championships, Jackson clocked an 11.45-second finish in …
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3D Simulation Reveals How Usain Bolt Would Stack Up Against Dinosaurs and a Cheetah Over 100m Dash
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooJamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt, who famously ran a jaw-dropping 9.58 seconds in the 100 metres at the 2009 World Athletics Championships in Berlin, has long dominated human competition. But …
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How Fred Kerley Plans to Obliterate Usain Bolt’s Record in Tokyo 2025
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooIf you thought 2025 was going to be Fred Kerley’s quiet comeback year, think again. The American sprint star, who stole headlines by clinching the 100-meter gold at the 2022 …
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Usain Bolt: What Stood Out Before He Became World’s Fastest Man
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooBefore he shattered world records and became a global sprinting icon, Usain Bolt was a young, raw talent with untapped potential, and glaring flaws that nearly held him back. Now, …