Kenya's Mary Moraa leads a strong team at the Grand Slam Track meet in Philadelphia, aiming for historic victories.
Michael Johnson-backed Grand Slam will be in full swing this weekend as the trailblazing track and field series arrives in Philadelphia for its third leg.
Top-tier sprinters, hurdlers, and distance runners are set to battle for supremacy in the event which promises fireworks and could mark a historic moment for Kenya’s Mary Moraa and her compatriots.
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Since its launch earlier this year by Olympic icon Michael Johnson, the Grand Slam Track series has reimagined the global athletics circuit, infusing elite competition with fresh energy and global reach.
After captivating starts in Kingston, Jamaica, and Miami, the Philadelphia stop — scheduled for May 31 and June 1 — is expected to be a thrilling showcase of talent, grit, and ambition. The final leg will take place in Los Angeles from June 27 to 29.
Kenya’s Best in Action: Moraa, Ngetich Lead the Charge
Kenya enters the meet with a lean but powerful squad, headlined by Mary Moraa and Agnes Jebet Ngetich.
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The duo is joined by Edwin Kurgat and Ronald Kwemoi, rounding out a quartet capable of turning heads in a star-studded field.
Moraa, the reigning Commonwealth Games 800m champion and World Championship bronze medalist, will be looking to stamp her authority in Philadelphia.
Agnes Ngetich, renowned for her dominance in long-distance road racing, brings a formidable presence to the track.
Ngetich's transition from the roads to the Grand Slam format adds intrigue to the meet, especially as she prepares to challenge seasoned international competitors.
Kurgat and Kwemoi, meanwhile, will be aiming to make their mark and gain valuable experience on the global stage.
The Philadelphia meet boasts a lineup of global stars, including Olympic champions Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, Gabby Thomas, and Cole Hocker.
American sprinter Kenny Bednarek, known for his blazing 200m speed, is also slated to compete.
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How to Watch: Full Broadcast Details
SuperSport holds the exclusive broadcast rights across the region. Saturday’s coverage begins at 11 p.m. East Africa Time, with the first race scheduled for 11:39 p.m., running through to 2 a.m. Sunday morning.
Sunday’s broadcast picks up at 10 p.m. and concludes at 1 a.m. Monday, with races kicking off at 10:41 p.m.
Beyond Kenya, the event will be widely accessible through an expansive global broadcast network.
In the U.S., viewers can tune in via The CW or stream on Peacock. European and Asian audiences can catch the action on Eurosport, while Canada’s CBC, Brazil’s CazéTV, and the United Kingdom’s TNT Sports will carry the races live.
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Other broadcasters include Sky Sport in New Zealand, TBS in Japan, and TyC Sports in Latin America.