Eugene Oregon

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Breaks 400-Meter Hurdles World Record Again

EUGENE, Oregon -

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone capped off a breathtaking tenth and final day of the US Olympic Team Trials - Track & Field on Sunday by breaking her own world record in the women's 400-meter hurdles.

Championship Records Fall

Championship records fell in every track event final on Sunday, culminating in McLaughlin-Levrone's historic run. She clocked in at 50.65 seconds, breaking her previous record of 51.46 seconds set in 2021.

McLaughlin-Levrone's performance was a fitting end to the highly competitive trials, which saw several athletes qualify for the upcoming Olympic Games in Tokyo.

In a thrilling finish, McLaughlin-Levrone surged ahead of her rivals in the final stretch to secure the victory and her place on the US Olympic team. Her record-breaking run is a testament to her exceptional talent and unwavering determination.