Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone isn’t just winning races—she’s rewriting the rules of what it means to be a track athlete in 2025. After dominating the 400 m hurdles scene for years and cementing herself as a world-record holder, she’s now stepping into new lanes—literally. Her recent debut in the professional 100 m hurdles caught fans off guard. With only two weeks of prep, she clocked a sharp 12.70 seconds. Not a win, but definitely a warning shot.
Then came the 100 m flat sprint. She lined up next to seasoned sprinters and finished second with 11.21 seconds. Let that sink in—this is an athlete built for one of the most grueling events on the track, yet she’s holding her own against pure sprinters. It’s no longer about defending her title in one event. Sydney is building an empire across disciplines.
She’s also thriving in the brand-new Grand Slam Track Series, which has drawn top athletes and massive attention. After two crushing victories in Kingston and Miami, she bagged $100,000 in prize money and proved that her dominance extends beyond her signature event. At every meet, she’s either stretched herself further or dropped faster times. The message is loud: she’s not afraid of anyone—or anything.
And now, all roads lead to Los Angeles. The Grand Slam finale is set for June 27–29, and Sydney is already confirmed. The mystery is what she’ll compete in. Will she go all in on the 400 m hurdles and aim to break her own world record again? Will she shock the world and double up with another hurdle-sprint combo? Or will she do something entirely unexpected, just because she can?
Whatever happens, one thing is certain: Sydney is playing chess while the rest are running laps. She’s not just chasing medals—she’s chasing greatness, history, and maybe a little danger. Because that’s what legends do.