At the US Olympic Trials in Eugene, Oregon, Sydney McLaughlin-Levron set a new world record by running the 400m hurdles in just 50.65 seconds. The defending Olympic champion broke her own record for the fifth time and finished the race with a sprint to the finish line, leaving her closest competitors nearly two seconds behind.
The secret to her success lies in adaptations made under her coach, Bobby Kersey’s tutelage. Reducing the number of steps between hurdles has been a significant factor in her continued improvement since she first set the record in 2021. During a post-race interview, McLaughlin-Levrone expressed her gratitude and surprise at breaking yet another record. She credited Kersey for helping her reach new heights in the sport.
The victory at the Olympic Trials has put McLaughlin-Levrone in a league of her own, making it possible for her to break the 50-second barrier in the future. Hurdles legend Edwin Moses even mentioned it could happen given her performance and continued improvement under Kersey’s guidance.
As she prepares for the upcoming Paris Olympics on August 8th, McLaughlin-Levrone is determined to continue pushing herself and achieve another milestone in the 400m hurdles. With Kersey by her side, there’s no doubt that she will continue to break records and set new standards for herself as an athlete.
In conclusion, Sydney McLaughlin-Levron’s latest achievement sets a new standard for women’s athletics by breaking yet another world record in the 400m hurdles at US Olympic Trials. Her dedication to improving under Coach Kersey’s guidance has led to this remarkable accomplishment and paves way for future milestones on August 8th at Paris Olympics.