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Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone will be taking part in the short hurdles event at the Philadelphia Grand Slam Track.
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone has explained her decision to take on the likes of Masai Russell in the short hurdles category at the third Philadelphia Grand Slam Track Event.
Fresh off her victory at the Miami Grand Slam, the reigning Olympic 400m hurdles champion is ready to expand her horizons and tackle new challenges.
Having secured yet another title in Miami, McLaughlin-Levrone reflected on her progress, highlighting the growth she's experienced over time and acknowledging the hurdles that lie ahead in her athletic journey.
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"Just happy with where we're at, you know. I think it was a good progression from the first slam until now, so it shows you what you have to work on, it shows you where you're at,” McLaughlin-Levrone told the media after her race.
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“Just a great crowd—excited for the next slam and grateful to walk away now as a double slam champion."
McLaughlin-Levrone’s mindset is grounded in constant improvement, as she recognizes the importance of each event in shaping her path. The Miami Grand Slam was yet another step forward, and despite her success, she continues to seek ways to better herself.
"I think it's just bringing so much excitement to the sport. I can see this being something that in years to come, people are going to just want to join.
“I understand it's new, there's a lot of questions around it, but I think each one is just getting better and better, and the times are getting faster and faster. And I think it's just a great opportunity for the sport, for track and field, and for the athletes," she added.
Now, looking ahead, McLaughlin-Levrone is gearing up for the 100m hurdles, a challenge that excites her for both its competitive nature and its potential to sharpen her skill set.
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She’s already recognized the level of talent in the event, particularly with stars like Masai Russell leading the way. Despite this, McLaughlin-Levrone is determined to push herself beyond her comfort zone.
Competing against established hurdlers such as Russell is no small feat. Russell, who recently ran the second-fastest 100m hurdles time in history (12.17 seconds) at the Miami Grand Slam, will be a key rival in Philadelphia.
Her performance, just five hundredths shy of Tobi Amusan’s world record, solidified her reputation as a formidable force in the discipline.
Russell’s blazing time was followed by fellow American Tia Jones, who also ran the third-fastest time in history of 12.19 seconds, a race made even more remarkable by the maximum allowable tailwind for record purposes (2.0 meters per second). Both athletes shattered the American record set by Keni Harrison in 2016, showing just how competitive the short hurdles event has become.
Despite these fast times, McLaughlin-Levrone remains undeterred. She views the challenge as an opportunity to refine her technique and build on her already formidable sprinting ability.
"If we are actually going to move to the short hurdles, definitely want to work on my hurdle technique for sure.
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“Those girls are running really fast, so I would love to go out there, challenge myself. I'd love to hopefully PR and challenge myself in the one, which would just help me with my sprint mechanics, help me with my hurdle technique, and yeah, just put myself in a different position than I'm used to," McLaughlin-Levrone said.
Her willingness to take on the best in the short hurdles is a testament to her mindset as an athlete who is always looking to improve and push her limits.
By challenging herself in new areas, she not only elevates her own performance but also contributes to the ongoing excitement and evolution of track and field.
As McLaughlin-Levrone heads into the Philadelphia Grand Slam, her focus remains on mastery of her technique and putting herself in a position to compete at the highest level.
With the 100m hurdles now part of her strategic goals, it will be fascinating to see how she fares against established stars like Russell.
Her continued success in Miami has already shown that McLaughlin-Levrone is not just content with being a champion—she’s determined to redefine what’s possible in the world of track and field.
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