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    Gabby Thomas Wins Gold—and America’s Heart

    The 27-year-old’s meteoric rise is complete with a gold medal in the 200 meters at the Paris Olympics. Brittany Brown came up big for a Team USA 1-3 punch, capping off a historic night inside Stade de France.

    Abby Levene
    Published Aug 7, 2024

    Despite a Porta-Potty Mishap, this Olympic Sprinter is Older, Wiser, and Faster Than Ever

    Don’t you dare call it a comeback. After two tough years, 28-year-old Kendall Ellis says she’s going through a “reintroduction.” Whatever you want to name it, she’s peaking at the right time heading into the 400 meters at the Paris Olympics.

    Mallory Arnold
    Published Aug 5, 2024

    How Julien Alfred Won (and Sha’Carri Richardson Lost) the Olympic 100 Meters

    A season of slow starts came back to haunt America’s rising star, opening the door for Saint Lucia to make its first ever Olympic medal a gold one

    Brian Metzler
    Published Aug 5, 2024

    Dreams Do Come True: This 31-Year-Old Runner is a Mom and an Olympian

    Buoyed by her faith, motherhood, and family, Marisa Howard never relinquished her dream of becoming an Olympian

    Ashley Mateo
    Brian Metzler
    Published Aug 5, 2024

    The Secret to Nikki Hiltz’s Breakthrough

    After finishing last in the 1500-meter final at 2020 U.S. Olympic Trials, the nonbinary transgender runner has set the American record in the mile, won five U.S. titles, and earned a spot on Team USA at the Paris Olympics—thanks to prioritizing this often overlooked aspect of sport

    Sarah Gearhart
    Published Aug 5, 2024

    10 Things to Whet Your Appetite for Track and Field at the Paris Olympics

    Packed with the best runners, jumpers and throwers we’ve ever seen, it's shaping up to be a record-breaking Games

    Brian Metzler
    Mallory Arnold
    Published Jul 29, 2024

    Weini Kelati Realizes Olympic Dream 10 Years after Defecting from Eritrea

    Three years after becoming a U.S. citizen, Kelati will race in the 10,000 meters in the Paris Olympics for Team USA

    Brian Metzler
    Published Jul 29, 2024

    Don’t Underestimate the Underdog: Dakotah Lindwurm is Ready for Paris

    Buoyed by the strength of her late mother and the work ethic of her father, this 29-year-old Minnesota runner is ready for a hot and hilly marathon on August 11 at the Paris Olympics

    Aimee Berg
    Published Jul 29, 2024

    Jessica McClain is Reclaiming Fourth Place

    After narrowly missing the U.S. Olympic team in the marathon and 10,000 meters, the 32-year-old is using her double Team USA alternate designation as a springboard for what's next

    Ashley Mateo
    Published Jul 25, 2024

    2021 Olympics Live Updates: Felix, Hassan, and Seidel Make History to Close Out Women’s Track and Field in Tokyo

    Plus more of the latest results, memorable moments, news, and notes from the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.

    The Editors of Women's Running
    Published Aug 7, 2021

    Allyson Felix Ends Olympic Career With One More Gold as Team USA Wins 4×400 Relay

    All four women already made history at the Tokyo Olympics. In the final event on the women’s athletics schedule, they teamed up to do it again—together. 

    Jen Ator
    Published Aug 7, 2021

    Allyson Felix Wins Bronze, Becomes Most Decorated Female Olympian in Track and Field History

    In her fifth and final Olympics, Allyson Felix wins bronze in the women’s 400m final. Defending champion Shaunae Miller-Uibo wins gold.

    Jen Ator
    Published Aug 6, 2021

    Athletes Describe What it *Really* Feels Like to be an Olympian

    It's the pinnacle achievement for many athletes, but making Team USA brings a roller coaster of emotions that can't always be anticipated.

    Erin Strout
    Published Aug 6, 2021

    Emily Sisson is Ready to Take the Heat in the Tokyo Olympic 10,000 Meters

    She won the Olympic Trials in record time under a heat warning in Oregon. It was a preview of what’s to come in Japan.

    Johanna Gretschel
    Published Aug 5, 2021

    Here’s What Sifan Hassan Will Have to Do Next to Complete Historic Triple

    One-third of Hassan’s never-before-done bid to win the 1500, 5,000, and 10,000 meters has been cinched. Here is a play-by-play of what she needs to do next and the challenges she'll face.

    Molly Hanson
    Published Aug 3, 2021

    Elaine Thompson-Herah Completes Historic Double-Double; Gabby Thomas Wins Bronze in Women’s 200m Final

    Elaine Thompson-Herah’s winning time of 21.53 is the second-fastest mark in world history.

    Johanna Gretschel
    Published Aug 3, 2021

    Team USA’s Keni Harrison Wins Silver in 100m Hurdles at 2020 Olympics

    The world record holder found redemption in Tokyo.

    Malissa Rodenburg
    Published Aug 1, 2021

    The Women’s Olympic 1500 Meters Predictions Hinge on One Factor: Will Sifan Hassan Race?

    The race will have plenty of talented athletes with fresh legs that could foil Hassan’s triple gold attempt.

    Erin Strout
    Published Jul 31, 2021

    Do the U.S. Steeplechasers Have What It Takes to Medal at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics?

    Beatrice Chepkoech, the world record holder, hasn’t shown her typical dominance, which makes the Olympic steeple all the more intriguing.

    Erin Strout
    Published Jul 30, 2021

    In the Tokyo Olympics 5,000 Meters, Five of the 10 Fastest Women Ever Face Off

    The 5,000-meter women’s field features athletes who not only have the endurance, but also can turn on impressive finishing kicks.

    Erin Strout
    Published Jul 29, 2021

    How Women’s Track and Field Fought Their Way Into the Olympics—by Staging Their Own

    After facing rejection after rejection, how a group of women around the world banded together to start the Women's Olympic Games.

    Lauren Zumbach
    Published Jul 29, 2021

    Tokyo Olympics: In the Women’s 800 Meters, All Eyes Are on Athing Mu

    The 19-year-old is a first-time Olympian, but she’s capable of winning gold.

    Erin Strout
    Published Jul 28, 2021

    Olympian Tianna Bartoletta on Simone Biles, Elite Athletes, and Why Mental Health is More Important Than Gold Medals

    Three-time Olympic gold medalist long jumper and sprinter knows something about rising to the occasion on the world's biggest stage. And she has a powerful message for fans and spectators.

    Tianna Bartoletta
    Published Jul 28, 2021

    Do You Need Reasons to Watch Olympic Track & Field? Here are 5 Good Ones

    We’ve all waited a long time for this. Sit back and enjoy the show.

    Erin Strout
    Published Jul 27, 2021

    Despite a Torn Meniscus, Aisha Praught Leer Will Race at the Olympics

    The injury isn't stopping the Olympian.

    The Editors of Women's Running
    Published Jul 23, 2021

    At 41, Malindi Elmore is Enjoying a Surprise Second Act, Competing in the Olympic Marathon

    She never expected to play a part in Canada’s rising tide of women’s distance talent, but as the national record holder, Malindi Elmore is leading the way at the 2021 Olympic marathon.

    Erin Strout
    Published Jul 22, 2021

    Inside Alicia Monson’s Training: Coach Dathan Ritzenhein Shares Her Staple Workouts

    First-time Olympian Alicia Monson qualified for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics in the 10,000 meters. Coach Dathan Ritzenhein shares the workouts he used to keep her fresh during her buildup.

    Dathan Ritzenhein
    Published Jul 19, 2021

    Meet the Women Stacking the U.S. Olympic Track and Field Roster

    Out of the record-setting 329 U.S. female athletes heading to Tokyo, the 65 women who will be representing Team USA in track and field are a seriously-impressive group.

    Brian Metzler
    Jen Ator
    Published Jul 16, 2021

    These Two Women Will Represent Refugees Around the World at the Tokyo Olympics

    With an estimated 82.4 million refugees worldwide, these two women heading to the Olympics want to inspire hope for all of them.

    Allison Torres Burtka
    Published Jul 14, 2021

    Great News: Aliphine Tuliamuk Will Get to Bring Her Baby With Her to Tokyo

    After a rollercoaster of news, Olympians won’t have to leave breastfeeding babies behind.

    Malissa Rodenburg
    Published Jul 14, 2021

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