JOURNAL ARTICLE

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Breaks Her Own 400-M Hurdles World Record, Wins Gold in Her Second Consecutive Olympics.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2024. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Gregory, Sean 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on American hurdler Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone's second consecutive Olympic gold medal win in the 400-meter hurdles at the 2024 Paris Games, where she broke her own world record with a time of 50.37 seconds. McLaughlin-Levrone, a native of Dunellen, New Jersey, strategically chose to skip the mixed relay event to focus on defending her title, a decision that proved successful against strong competition, including Dutch athlete Femke Bol. The article highlights McLaughlin-Levrone's quiet confidence, athletic lineage, and her ongoing impact on track and field, noting her potential to compete in the upcoming 4x400 relay and continue her Olympic success.

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2024/08, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:178949336
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