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Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone is poised to make her Prefontaine Classic debut in the 400m.
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone is set to make her highly anticipated Prefontaine Classic debut on July 5, competing in the women’s 400m.
Known primarily for her dominance in the 400m hurdles, the American star will run her third flat 400m of the season, having posted an impressive 49.69 in Miami Grand Slam Track back in May.
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McLaughlin-Levrone owns a personal best of 48.74 seconds in the 400m, a mark she set in Eugene in 2023 adding to the strong connection she has with the track at Hayward Field.
Remarkably, four of her six world records in the 400m hurdles have also come on the same track, cementing the venue as a personal fortress for the Olympic and world champion.
“I’m excited to participate in this year’s Prefontaine Classic, a truly special event in track and field,” McLaughlin-Levrone told World Athletics.
“I’m looking forward to competing against a fantastic field of athletes and can’t wait to see everyone in Eugene.”
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Although the women’s 400m is not a scoring Diamond League event this year in Eugene, the Prefontaine Classic will feature an exciting array of world-class competitions.
Among the highlights, Faith Kipyegon headlines the women’s 1500m, bringing her multiple world and Olympic titles into what promises to be a thrilling race.
The men’s 200m will showcase Letsile Tebogo and Kenny Bednarek, while sprint queen Sha’Carri Richardson is slated to light up the track in the women’s 100m.
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All Eyes on McLaughlin-Levrone Ahead of World Championships
McLaughlin-Levrone’s continued focus on the 400m hints at broader ambitions ahead of the 2025 World Athletics Championships, where she is expected to compete in the 400m hurdles but remains a top contender in the open 400m as well.
Her versatility, speed, and poise have made her one of the sport’s most electrifying athletes.
As fans eagerly await her performance at the Prefontaine Classic, all signs point to yet another standout showing from the track titan in a city that has so often brought out her best.
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