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DOHA, QATAR – SEPTEMBER 29: Allyson Felix of the United States reacts after setting a new world record in the 4×400 Metres Mixed Relay during day three of 17th IAAF World Athletics Championships Doha 2019 at Khalifa International Stadium on September 29, 2019 in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
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DOHA, QATAR – SEPTEMBER 29: Allyson Felix of the United States reacts after setting a new world record in the 4×400 Metres Mixed Relay during day three of 17th IAAF World Athletics Championships Doha 2019 at Khalifa International Stadium on September 29, 2019 in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
When talking about the most elite sprinters in US history, Allyson Felix is a name that is bound to be taken. Felix already has the honor of being one of the most decorated track and field athletes of all time. Now, she has received another commendable honor, given to her by the University of Southen California. The title, and an extremely well-deserved one, comes after her retirement, and as a tribute to her spectacular career.
The announcement was posted on Twitter by Front Office Sports. Soon fans began congregating in the comments section to talk about how they were ecstatic for Felix.
USC Pays Homage to Allyson Felix, Fans React
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Some people described Felix as an icon in the history of US track athletes. “How amazing is that. I love it, she is an ICON”. Others congratulated her and wrote, “This makes me so happy. Congrats Allyson! Beyond deserved 😤💥” Another fan commented, “Congratulations, what an awesome honor for an amazing lady 💗🌹” Someone else wrote, “Well deserved. We love you”
USC has officially named its track after the most decorated track and field athlete in U.S. history:
Allyson Felix Field. pic.twitter.com/ZulhAOzdzK
— Front Office Sports (@FOS) January 23, 2023
One fan described Allyson Felix as the greatest of all time. They commented, “Well Deserved, GOAT! Congrats”. Another fan also expressed that they thought she was the “Perfect choice!” for this tribute.
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As an Angeleno, Allyson Felix’s ties with the University of Southern California are olden. From her childhood, she used to visit the University with her relatives. She also studied at USC and graduated from the University with a degree in Elementary Education.
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Felix and USC Go Way Back
This is probably why the University of Southern California has decided to pay tribute to Felix by naming its track field after the athlete. The track and field are going to be named “Allyson Felix Field”.
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The University hopes that when people come across the name, they will want to know about the life and career of Allyson Felix, despite her hardships and struggles. This is their way to ensure that the athlete’s name and work stay immortal. Even though Felix has now retired, she has left her mark on the minds of the people. This delightful honor by USC must have been a most welcome one.
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