Watching Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, the word that springs to mind is “unbothered.” She always seems almost solitary as she glides through the 400m hurdles, as if she’s in her own world, completely unfazed by everything around her. This was especially true at the Paris 2024 Olympics, where she delivered a stunning performance by successfully defending her 400m hurdles title. On August 8th, she not only clinched gold but also shattered her world record with a time of 50.37 seconds, taking 0.28 seconds off her previous best. And now, she’s back to remind us all why she’s the reigning queen of the track!

Recent news on X has just dropped a thrilling update: Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone will be tackling the 400m and 200m double at the Brussels Diamond League on September 13th and 14th! That’s right, we’ll get to see her in action once more. The 2024 Diamond League kicked off in Xiamen, China, on April 20th. This 15th edition of the series features 14 one-day meetings, culminating in the grand finale in Brussels on September 13th and 14th.

Sydney McLaughlin Levrone is gearing up to participate in both the 200-meter and 400-meter events during the Brussels Diamond League on September 13th. 14Th this year. She played a role in the triumph of the US women’s 4×400 meter relay team in Paris alongside Shamier Little, Gabby Thomas, and Alexis Holmes. Together they achieved a time of 3:15.17  securing the second fastest time in history – just a hair away, from the Soviet Union’s record of 3 minutes and 15 seconds set in 1988. McLaughlin Levrone’s time of 47.71 seconds, in the relay ranks as the fastest time ever recorded in history.

McLaughlin Levrone is known for her performance in major championships and also holds the title of the second fastest US athlete in the 400 meters with a remarkable time of 48;74 clocked at Hayward Field last July. Moreover, her impressive run in Paris places her in 12th position on the all-time list for the 400 meters and she is determined to challenge Sanya Richards Ross’s US record of 48;70. In addition to her achievements in the 400 meters event, McLaughlin Levrone also boasts a best time of 22;07 in the 200 meters which she achieved during a competition in Los Angeles back, in May.

Brussels marks the final Diamond League event of the season where McLaughlin Levrone and fellow athletes have a chance to shine across various competitions over two days of thrilling action. The buzz was evident as the news spread about this. Eliciting excitement and fervor, from the track and field community who shared their enthusiasm through comments.

What fans are saying About Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone’s season

One fan on X remarked, “So many people are in their feelings about how much *they* think she should be racing but I’m glad she and her coach are doing what it’s best for HER.” Coach Bobby Kersee has been guiding Sydney McLaughlin Levrone since 2020 with a reputation for his creative methods in the world of track and field sports. His impact on competitions like the Paris Olympics remains significant even when he is not the center of attention. With a list of athletes under his wing such, as Florence Griffith Joyner, Gail Devers, Jackie Joyner Kersee, and Allyson Felix his coaching prowess shines through.

For the U.S. Olympic Track and Field Trials in Eugene, Oregon, McLaughlin-Levrone only focused exclusively on the 400m hurdles, her primary event, after a challenging 2023. This choice was made by Kersee who emphasized the importance of preparing her for the event she values most and it proved to be fruitful.

“Good. She should not run another 400m hurdles race. Nothing to prove,” one fan commented, highlighting the consensus that Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone has already cemented her place in history. From the moment she qualified for her first Olympic Games as a 16-year-old, the prodigy has defied conventional wisdom.

McLaughlin Levrone has impressively broken the world record for the 400-meter hurdles six times within a span of three years. With her most recent achievement being last month’s record-breaking feat! In 2021 she made history by becoming the first female athlete to clock in under 52 seconds for this event and has since continued to outdo herself with each subsequent competition victory in this category. It’s worth noting that her only recent setback, in the 400-meter hurdles, came at the 2019 World Championships when she faced a defeat at the hands of Dalilah Muhammad.

Growing up in a family deeply rooted in track and field sports, McLaughlin Levrones’s path from admiring her role model Allyson Felix at the 2008 Beijing Olympics to her triumph at the Olympics has been truly remarkable. As she sets her sights on clinching a consecutive Olympic gold medal in Los Angeles in 2028, McLaughlin Levrone stays dedicated to cherishing her passion, for the sport and striving to exceed expectations.

One more fan remarked, “Wow, I thought she was done for the season,” while another skeptically commented, “I’ll believe it when I see it.” A third added simply, “Getting PAID.” The Allianze Memorial Van Damme event in Brussels will see the crowning of 32 Diamond League Champions across 16 disciplines over two days of athletics competition. One man and one woman per discipline will be awarded the prestigious “Diamond Trophy” along, with a $30K prize each.

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone’s entries in the 400m and 200m are set to be the highlight of the competition, given her proven track record of Olympic triumphs. With her unparalleled speed and determination, she’s poised to prove once again that she stands in a league of her own, far ahead of the competition.