Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, at 25, has established herself as a dominant force in track and field, particularly in the 400m hurdles. Her remarkable achievements include:
Olympic Success
- Won gold in the 400m hurdles at both the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Olympics14
- First woman to successfully defend her Olympic title in the 400m hurdles4
- Also won gold in the 4x400m relay at both Olympics23
Record-Breaking Performances
- Set a new world record of 50.37 seconds in the 400m hurdles at the Paris 2024 Olympics12
- Broke her own world record six times since 202145
- Holds six of the ten fastest times in the event’s history2
Career Highlights
- Named World Athletics Female Athlete of the Year in 20222
- 2019 Diamond League champion2
- Has not lost a 400m hurdles race since the 2019 World Championships5
McLaughlin-Levrone’s dominance is evident in her consistent record-breaking performances and her ability to outpace her competitors by significant margins. Her goal to break the 50-second barrier in the 400m hurdles demonstrates her continued drive for improvement5.
Her success at such a young age, combined with her dedication and talent, positions her as a leading figure in track and field, inspiring both athletes and fans worldwide.
Citations:
- https://www.classicalwmht.org/2024-08-08/sydney-mclaughlin-levrone-smashes-her-world-record-in-400m-hurdles-wins-olympic-gold
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sydney_McLaughlin-Levrone
- https://worldathletics.org/awards/news/sydney-mclaughlin-levrone-2024-in-numbers
- https://www.olympics.com/en/news/sydney-mclaughlin-levrone-world-record-gold-medal-paris-2024-olympics-interview
- https://www.espn.com/olympics/story/_/id/40698875/sydney-mclaughlin-levrone-guide-paris-olympics-gold-medal-400-meter-hurdles
- https://www.olympics.com/en/athletes/sydney-mclaughlin
- https://worldathletics.org/athletes/united-states/sydney-mclaughlin-levrone-14624749
- https://www.teamusa.com/profiles/sydney-mclaughlin-levrone